3M Telecommunications. Solutions for Networks. Design Planning and Installation Manual. for Fibre and Copper Cabling Systems.

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1 3M Telecommunications Solutions for Networks Design Planning and Installation Manual for Fibre and Copper Cabling Systems Innovation

2 Design, Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Design Planning and Installation of the 3M Volition Cabling System Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 2

3 Foreword FOREWORD This manual provides a comprehensive guide to the design, planning and installation of the 3M Volition Cabling System for fibre and copper. It should be used as a general reference document to supplement the training supplied through one of the 3M approved Volition training courses. The manual is divided into six parts as described below: Part 1: Introduction to structured cabling systems Includes an overview of various network topologies and a brief description of common protocols. Aspects of network design including distributed and centralised architectures are also covered along with an explanation of the various cabling subsystems. Frequent references are made to the IEC/ISO, EN and EIA/TIA structured cabling standards Parts 2 and 3: Volition fibre and copper cabling systems Section 1: Design and planning Most situations that a designer will encounter within a single building are covered. However, no matter how well planned, any proposed cabling system design cannot be guaranteed to be the only solution. For example, different equipment configurations or positioning could result in a more cost effective network implementation. Only through extensive industry knowledge and appropriate training will optimum designs be realised. Section 2: Installation and testing Basic information on installing the Volition Cabling System is provided and although some guidelines on safety are included, no attempt has been made to cover all the regulatory and safety issues associated with the system installation. It is the responsibility of the user of this manual to establish the appropriate health and safety practices and to ensure that all relevant regulatory requirements are met. Most situations that an installer will encounter when installing cable are covered. However, no matter how well planned, a proposed cable pathway or termination space cannot be guaranteed to be fully useful. For example, conduit or trunking planned for a fibre optic cable may have already been used for a much larger copper cable thereby reducing the space available. Part 4 Volition copper voice cabling system Section 1 Design and planning A number of options related to a single building installation are described. However, different equipment configurations or positioning can affect the cost effectiveness of the final design. One of the key decisions to be made with regard to the voice cabling system relates to whether it is to be incorporated into the system installed for data. Issue 3.7 European Edition

4 Reference Documents Electing to install a combined data/voice system places an immediate restriction on the horizontal link length and choice of cable. Although it does offer the user increased flexibility on how he can use the system. If a centralised fibre network is being installed, 3M recommend the installation of a centralised voice network, as this will provide the most cost effective solution. Section 2 Installation and testing Basic information on installing the voice cabling system is provided along with some guidelines on safety, but as in Parts 2 and 3 no attempt has been made to cover all the regulatory and safety issues associated with the system installation. It is the responsibility of the user of this manual to establish the appropriate health and safety practices and to ensure that all relevant regulatory requirements are met. Part 5:System administration and system warranty Outlines the requirements for system administration and describes what is covered by the system warranty. Details of how to make an application for a warranty and how additions or alterations to the original system installation can be added to the warranty are also included. Part 6: System components and glossary Includes a brief description of all the system components and their specification. The glossary gives definitions of commonly used terms and abbreviations. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 4

5 Reference Documents Reference Documents The reader of this manual should be familiar with the latest editions of the following standards and bulletins. ISO/IEC ISO/IEC/TR ISO/IEC/ ISO/IEC IEC IEC EN50173 EN EN ANSI/TIA/EIA-568 ANSI/TIA/EIA569 TIA/EIA TSB-72 TIA/EIA TSB-75 IEEE Information technology Generic cabling for customer premises Information technology Telecommunications and information exchange between systems local and metropolitan area networks Specific requirements Part 1 Overview of Local Area Network Standards Information technology Telecommunications and information exchange between systems local and metropolitan area networks Specific requirements Part 3 Carrier sense multiple access with collision detection access method and physical layer specifications Generic specification for the testing of generic cabling in accordance with ISO/IEC Part 1: Installed cabling Electrical installation of buildings - Part 1: Scope, object and fundamental principles Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment Information technology - Generic cabling for customer premises Information technology Cabling Installation. Specification and quality assurance. Information technology Cabling Installation. Installation planning practices inside buildings Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces Centralized Optical Fibre Cabling Guidelines Additional Horizontal Cabling Practices for Open Offices Local Area Networks: Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection CSMA/CD Ethernet Issue 3.7 European Edition

6 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS... 1 PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW Structure of generic cabling Network topologies NETWORK PROTOCOLS Ethernet Token Ring Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Fibre Channel Fibre Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) xdsl Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Universal Serial Bus (USB) SYSTEM ARCHITECTURES DISTRIBUTED VERSUS CENTRALISED CABLING ARCHITECTURE Port utilisation Energy and administration savings CABLING SYSTEMS AND SUBSYSTEMS Horizontal cabling subsystem Building backbone cabling subsystem Campus cabling subsystem Centralised cabling architecture INTERFACES TO THE CABLING SYSTEM TYPICAL SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS Volition fibre system Volition copper system PART 2 FIBRE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1: - DESIGN AND PLANNING LINK DESIGN CRITERIA Maximum link lengths Optical fibre Channel attenuation Additional connectors USE OF MEDIA CONVERTERS USE OF ETHERNET AND FAST ETHERNET SWITCHES Cascading Stacking PLANNING GUIDELINES HORIZONTAL FIBRE CABLING Floor distributors Transition points Wall mount and under floor splice boxes for transition points Patch panels for floor distributors Wall mount patch panels for floor distributors Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 1

7 Table of Contents Telecommunication outlets Rack mounted media converters Workstation media converters Ethernet and fast Ethernet switches Mini switch, dual speed Network interface cards BUILDING BACKBONE CABLING Building distributors Patch panels, racks and cabinets for backbone cabling CENTRALISED CABLING SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING SAFETY AND PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATIONS SAFETY Optical fibre safety Clothing Planning Secure the work area Electrical cabling Tools Volition Quick Install Termination Kit PATHWAY PLANNING CABLE HANDLING Cable on reels Volition horizontal fibre cable construction/sheath colour code Volition horizontal fibre cable fibre colour code Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction/sheath colour code Volition indoor/outdoor fibre backbone cable construction/sheath colour code CABLE PULLING Preparing Volition fibre horizontal cable for pulling Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable for pulling INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE BACKBONE CABLE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE CABLE PREPARATION IN THE CD/BD/FD TERMINATION AREA Indoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic (GRP) strength members Indoor/outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic (GRP) strength members Indoor/outdoor cable with glass yarn Indoor/outdoor cable with corrugated steel armouring INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Cable rodding equipment Pull cords Floor distribution systems Ceilings Walls CABLE PREPARATION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA INSTALLING CENTRALISED FIBRE CABLING INSTALLING PATCH PANELS SPLICE BOXES AND WALL/FLOOR OUTLETS VF-45 TM SOCKET INSTALLATION VF-45 TM PLUG AND SOCKET CLEANING Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 2

8 Table of Contents 11.0 TESTING TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Launch Conditions Multimode fibre LINK AND CHANNEL DEFINITION TESTING PROCEDURE Light source and power meter OTDR Method LINK PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS TEST REPORT PART 3 COPPER CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING LINK DESIGN CRITERIA MAXIMUM LINK AND CHANNEL LENGTH USE OF ETHERNET AND FAST ETHERNET SWITCHES Cascading Stacking PLANNING GUIDELINES SCREENING HORIZONTAL COPPER CABLING Floor distributors Patch panels for floor distributors Racks and cabinets for floor distributors Telecommunications outlets BUILDING BACKBONE CABLING Building distributors Patch panels, racks and cabinets for backbone cabling SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING SAFETY AND PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATIONS PATHWAY PLANNING CABLE HANDLING Cable on reels Cable in boxes Volition horizontal copper cable construction/sheath colour code Volition horizontal copper cable conductor colour code CABLE PULLING Preparing Volition cable for pulling Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE BACKBONE CABLE INSTALLING VOLITION COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Cable rodding equipment Pull cords Floor distribution systems Ceilings Walls CABLE PREPARATION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA INSTALLING PATCH PANELS SPLICE BOXES AND WALL/FLOOR OUTLETS Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 3

9 Table of Contents 18.0 RJ45 JACK INSTALLATION RCP 2000 OR STG 2000 MODULE INSTALLATION TESTING TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS LINK AND CHANNEL DEFINITION TESTING REQUIREMENTS PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS TESTING PROCEDURE TEST REPORT PART 4 COPPER VOICE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING INTRODUCTION TO VOICE CABLING SYSTEMS OVERVIEW Voice network topologies NETWORK PROTOCOLS Pulse code modulation (PCM) Time division multiplexing (TDM) Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) xdsl ITU-T V series recommendations VOICE SYSTEM ARCHITECTURES DISTRIBUTED VERSUS CENTRALISED ARCHITECTURE VOICE CABLING SYSTEMS AND SUBSYSTEMS Incoming cable Private branch exchange (PBX) cabling Backbone cabling Horizontal cabling INTERFACES TO THE CABLING SYSTEM LINK DESIGN CRITERIA Maximum link lengths PLANNING GUIDELINES HORIZONTAL CABLING Distribution points Transition points Patch panels for distribution points Punch down blocks for distribution points Racks and cabinets for distribution points Sub-racks for mounting modules into 19 format Frames for distribution points Telecommunications outlets BACKBONE CABLING Building distributors Frames for MDF applications Frames for IDF applications Racks for MDF and IDF applications Electrical protection IDC module blocks for MDF applications CENTRALISED CABLING SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 4

10 Table of Contents 24.0 SAFETY AND PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATIONS PATHWAY PLANNING CABLE HANDLING Cable on reels Cable in boxes Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω cable construction and colour codes High pair count twisted pair cables for backbone and horizontal applications CABLE PULLING Preparing Volition copper cable for pulling Preparing voice grade horizontal twisted pair copper cable for pulling Preparing voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable for pulling INSTALLING COPPER BACKBONE CABLE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE CABLE PREPARATION IN THE BD/DP TERMINATION AREA Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω cable Voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable INSTALLING COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Cable rodding equipment Pull cords Floor distribution systems Ceilings Walls CABLE PREPARATION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA INSTALLING CENTRALISED COPPER (VOICE) CABLING INSTALLING RACKS, CABINETS, FRAMES, MODULES AND PATCH PANELS MODULE INSTALLATION Module installation for horizontal wiring at the DP RJ45 Giga jack installation in the horizontal at the DP and TO Module installation in the backbone at the DP and BD Patchcord and jumper installation at the DP and BD TESTING TESTING PROCEDURE FOR VOICE GRADE CABLE TEST REPORT PART 5 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION AND SYSTEM WARRANTY SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION LABELLING RECORDS WARRANTY SUMMARY WARRANTY APPLICATION PROCEDURE WARRANTY DEVIATION PART 6 - SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND GLOSSARY VOLITION FIBRE SYSTEM COMPONENTS THE VF-45 TM SMALL FORM FACTOR (SFF) CONNECTOR TOOLING Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 5

11 Table of Contents VF 45 Quick install kit VF-45 Maintenance cleaning kit HOUSINGS Rack mount patch panels Wall Mount patch panels Wall mount splice boxes OUTLET PRODUCTS Wall mount outlets Flush mount outlets Furniture outlets Blanking plugs for outlets and patch panels Floor box inserts CABLE AND PATCHCORDS Horizontal cable Indoor backbone cable Indoor/outdoor backbone cable Patchcords Reference patchcord sets and OTDR launch leads VOLITION COPPER SYSTEM COMPONENTS RJ45 GIGA, K5E AND K6 RJ45 JACKS CONNECTION MODULES RCP STG QSA Series 1 and SID - C and SID - CT ID MODULE SUPPORTS Main distribution frames Small distribution frames Wall-mounted and floor standing enclosures Floor standing 19 racks HOUSINGS BCC 19 patch panels Sub-racks for RCP 2000, STG 2000 and SID/QSA modules WALL AND FLOOR OUTLETS Wall outlets Floor boxes OUTLET ACCESSORIES Surface mounting boxes CABLE AND PATCHCORDS HORIZONTAL AND BACKBONE CABLE Volition four-pair twisted Category 5E cable Volition four-pair twisted Category 6 cable Twisted pair voice cable PATCHCORDS RJ45 to RJ45 (100Ω) CBE to CBE (for use with RCP 2000 modules) GLOSSARY ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS UNITS OF MEASUREMENT Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 6

12 PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS 1.0 Introduction As the need to link computers together has evolved, so has the physical infrastructure of the cabling. Originally cables were provided as required and networks developed in a random fashion. Today cables are installed in an organised fashion such that the building or floor is flooded with cabling and outlets. The result of this is that wherever the user may need to install a computer or associated peripheral equipment; there will be a connection point close by. This so called flood wiring of buildings has given way to the term structured cabling for which several standards have emerged. The three standards on structured cabling most frequently referred to are: ISO/IEC Information technology - Cabling for customer premises EN Information technology - Generic cabling ANSI/TIA/EIA Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard The 3M Volition Cabling System meets all the requirements of these standards. The following paragraphs give an overview of the different types and structures of cabling systems. 1.1 Overview As defined in ISO/IEC and EN 50173, generic cabling comprises three cabling subsystems: campus backbone, building backbone and horizontal cabling. The composition of each is defined in paragraph 2.2. The Volition Cabling System covers all three subsystems. Figure 1.1 below shows the structure of generic cabling, whilst Table 1.1 indicates the terminology differences between ANS/TIA/EIA-568 and ISO/IEC CD BD FD TP (optional) TO teminal equipment campus backbone building backbone horizontal cabling work area cabling Generic cabling system Figure 1.1 Structure of generic cabling Where: CD BD FD TP TO Campus Distributor Building Distributor Floor Distributor Transition Point (optional) Telecommunications Outlet Cross Connect Point Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 7

13 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Table 1.1 Terminology differences ISO/IEC Campus Distributor (CD) Building Distributor (BD) Floor Distributor (FD) Transition Point (TP) Telecommunications Outlet (TO) ANS/TIA/EIA-568-A Main Cross Connect (MC) Intermediate Cross Connect (IC) Horizontal Cross Connect Transition Point (TP) or Consolidation Point (CP) Telecommunications Outlet (TO) Structure of generic cabling The generic form of structured cabling takes the form of a hierarchical star, an example of which is shown in Figure 1.2: CD campus backbone BD BD BD building backbone FD FD FD FD FD horizontal TO TO TO TP TP TO TO TO TO TO TO optional cables optional transition point collapsed backbone (centralised cabling) FD optional floor/building distributor Figure 1.2 Hierarchical structure of generic cabling The distributors provide the means to deploy the cabling in a particular topology. This is explained in greater detail below Network topologies Before discussing network topologies it is important to differentiate between physical and logical topologies. The physical topology of a network describes the actual route taken by the cable to connect terminals. The logical topology describes the communication link between terminals. Thus it is possible to have a logical ring topology implemented as a physical star installation provided all the design rules associated with the system are followed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 8

14 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems In order to meet the 3M design criteria for the Volition Cabling System, the system must conform to the topology shown in Figure 1.2. There are two main logical network topologies: Star and Ring, as can be seen in Figures 1.3 and 1.4. The centre of the star is usually the host computer, although often it will be a file server or Multiple Access Unit (MAU). This topology is the more usual form for an Ethernet Network, which is documented in IEEE (also implemented as ISO/IEC ). STAR Figure 1.3 Star network topology The ring topology is used, as its name suggests, by the IBM Token Ring system, which is documented in IEEE (also implemented as ISO/IEC ). Although it uses a logical ring topology, the physical implementation is usually in the form of a star and will generally be compliant with the generic cabling form shown in Figure 1.2. RING LOGICAL RING (PHYSICAL STAR) Figure 1.4 Ring network topology 1.2 Network protocols Network protocols are used to transport information between locations. At times, several protocols are used simultaneously for this purpose. The passive components of the Volition system will be transparent to the signal protocol being transmitted. The following paragraphs describe some common protocols in use today and indicate where active Volition products are currently available for that protocol Ethernet Ethernet LAN systems are now almost always implemented with physical bus and physical star topologies. The more popular Ethernet systems have been deployed as 10BaseT, which denotes a 10Mbps baseband LAN delivered over twisted-pair cabling. Ethernet has evolved where switching technology is used and it can now support faster data rates such as 100Mbps and 1000Mbps. The IEEE Systems Networking Guide provides a series of documents that fully document the Ethernet system. Some of these documents are also implemented in ISO/IEC (see ISO/IEC TR3 8802). Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 9

15 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems The maximum number of nodes and the cabling link lengths for both copper and fibre media are identified in the Ethernet standards. Essentially, the maximum number of nodes and maximum link length (i.e. distance between nodes) of an Ethernet LAN is determined by the characteristics of the transmission equipment and transmission media used. The entire 3M range of Ethernet network equipment (switches, media converters and network interface cards) conforms to the IEEE and ISO/IEC standards. They operate at 10Mbps, 100Mbps or 1000 Mbps (1Gbps) and are available for rack mounting or for stand-alone use at the workstation Token Ring As its name implies, Token Ring is implemented as a logical ring topology. The transmission on a token ring network relies on the acquisition of a free token prior to transmitting information. Once the free token is acquired, packets of information are then transferred around the ring. Token ring networks typically run at 4, 16 or 100Mbps. As in the case of Ethernet LANs, the IBM Token Ring system is described in both ISO/IEC and IEEE (ISO/IEC and IEEE 802.5). Although a Token Ring network operates in logical ring format, today it is most commonly implemented as a physical star as shown in Figure 4. The active equipment at the centre of the star is referred to as a Multiple Access Unit (MAU). Once again, the maximum number of nodes and maximum link length (i.e. distance between nodes) is determined by the characteristics of the transmission equipment and transmission media used. Due to the predominance of Ethernet, 3M no longer supply Token Ring products Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Conceived as a structural backbone protocol for use within the telecommunications industry, ATM has frequently been adopted for high performance corporate networks. ATM transmits data in fixed length blocks (cells), which is the same form of packet structure used, for example, in Ethernet. However, there are major differences between the two technologies. For example, Ethernet transmission takes place without the need for any prior communication between sending and receiving terminals (sometimes referred to as Packet Mode). A sending station simply sends packets with the address attached in the packet header. ATM communication on the other hand requires a preliminary call set up phase to define the route across the network between transmitting and receiving stations (sometimes referred to as Circuit Mode). Equipment is available to support data rates at 2,048Mbps for low speed wide area network (WAN) applications through to 25Mbps and 155Mbps (STM1) for high-speed LAN applications. Connection of ATM equipment to a Volition structured cabling system can be made either through equipment supplied with the VF-45 TM interface or through use of a hybrid patch cable Fibre Channel The Fibre Channel protocol is specified in ANSI X3T9.3. It is a high-speed scalable serial interface offering data rates from 133Mbps to 1,06Gbps and above. Originally developed to link mainframe computers to peripherals it can also be deployed in both the backbone and the horizontal portion of a LAN. Fibre Channel has adopted VF-45 TM as a recommended interface, which will enable direct connection to a Volition, structured cabling system. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 10

16 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Fibre Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) Defined by a set of ANSI/ISO standards, this is a 100Mbps timed-token protocol that has a ring structure. FDDI is typically installed with counter-rotating rings to mitigate cabling disasters. For instance, if one ring is severed, the other ring survives to continue the data stream. As in the case of ATM equipment, connection of FDDI equipment to a Volition structured cabling system can be made either through equipment equipped with the VF-45 TM interface or through use of a hybrid patch cable xdsl A generic term given to the Digital Subscriber Line protocols and equipment used to increase the operating speed of the access network. The originating protocol was Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL), a protocol originally specified at 2Mbps to the subscriber s premises and 64kbps back. Subsequent developments worked at higher speeds and are known as HDSL (High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line) and VDSL (Very High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line), which works at 26Mbps to the subscriber and 2Mbps back Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) A protocol or standard set aimed at defining the transmission of voice traffic over the Internet. One of the main drivers behind this is the VoIP Forum, a working group formed from industry members that is focused on extending the ITU-T H.323 standard such that equipment from different manufacturers can support voice communications over packet networks Universal Serial Bus (USB) The Universal Serial Bus was originally designed as a more effective method of attaching peripherals to computers. It is designed to meet Microsoft Plug and Play (PnP) specifications meaning users can install and hot swap devices without long installation procedures and re-boots. Up to 127 devices can be connected to and will run simultaneously on the bus. The USB1 bus operates at 1,5Mbps and 12Mbps, USB2 bus operates at 360Mbps 480Mbps. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 11

17 2.0 System architectures The following paragraphs describe the different architectures that can be used when designing a 3M Volition Cabling System for data. 2.1 Distributed versus centralised cabling architecture In accordance with the latest standards, two approaches are acceptable. Either the more conventional distributed cabling architecture approach can be used as detailed in paragraph to or a centralised cabling architecture (paragraph 2.2.4) can be used where a fibre based system is being installed. The main benefits of using a centralised cabling architecture are: Longer link lengths More efficient utilisation of equipment ports (see Figure 1.5) Elimination of floor distributors Elimination of intermediate equipment Easier network maintenance Port utilisation Figure 1.5 clearly shows the superior equipment port utilisation efficiency of a centralised cabling architecture. Port Utilisation Efficiency (%) Number of Ports Collapsed Backbone Distributed Collapsed Backbone Average Efficiency Distributed Average Efficiency Figure 1.5 Port utilisation efficiency In this instance it is assumed that the distributed architecture is implemented with six zones. These may be six floors of a building or three floors where the end-to-end run exceeds 100m necessitating two FDs. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 12

18 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems With a centralised cabling architecture additional ports are added centrally irrespective of the location of the workstation, the overall effect of this is an average effective utilisation efficiency of 83%. In a distributed cabling architecture ports have to be added within 90m of the workstation. If the growth is random then it is conceivable that six extra ports could entail the addition of six extra twenty-fourport switches. The immediate effect of such a scenario is to reduce the port utilisation efficiency to less than 20%. Overall an average efficiency of just 58% could be expected Energy and administration savings The increased efficiency and simplicity of the administration of moves and changes along with the improved security, and ease of trouble-shooting when the network is controlled from a centralised point is invaluable. By consolidating the uninterruptible power supplies, electronics and cross connect, into one centralised communications room, not only is the cost of duplicating this equipment in every floor distributor saved, there are also significant additional savings to be gained in both administration and energy costs 2.2 Cabling systems and subsystems In accordance with ISO/IEC 11801, Figures 6 and 7 and the following definitions apply: Horizontal cabling subsystem The horizontal cabling subsystem within a building extends from the FD(s) to the TO(s). The subsystem includes the horizontal cables, the termination of the horizontal cables at the FD, the cross connections at the FD and the TO(s). The work area patchcords and the equipment area patchcords are not included as part of the subsystem because they are application specific Building backbone cabling subsystem A building backbone cabling subsystem extends from the BD to the FD(s). The subsystem includes the building backbone cable(s), the termination of the building backbone cables (at both the BD and the FD(s)) and the cross connects at the BD Campus cabling subsystem The campus cabling subsystem extends from the CD to the BD(s) located in separate buildings. It includes the campus backbone cable(s), the termination of the campus backbone cable(s) at both the CD and the BD(s) and the cross connections at the CD. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 13

19 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems TO TO TO FD FD TO TO TO FD CD/BD FD CD/BD Figure 1.6 Distributed cabling architecture Centralised cabling architecture Centralised cabling architecture is shown in Figure 1.7. The cabling system combines the backbone and horizontal cabling subsystems to extend from the CD or BD, which is usually at a central point within the system, to the TO(s). The system includes the campus and building backbone cables (which may be combined as an indoor/outdoor cable), the horizontal cables, the terminations and cross connections at both the CD and/or BD(s) and the terminations at the TO(s). TO TO TO FD TP TO TO TO FD CD/BD TO TO TP TO CD/BD Optional FD Figure 1.7 Centralised cabling architecture Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 14

20 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems 2.3 Interfaces to the cabling system Interfaces to the cabling system are located at the ends of each subsystem. Electronic equipment applicable to the system can be connected at these points. Figure 1.8 shows potential interfaces at the distributor and the TO. External Service Cable CD BD FD TO Equipment Equipment Equipment VF-45 or RJ-45 Interface Equipment Interface Cross connect point Figure 1.8 Interfaces to the cabling system N.B. The use of a cross connect is optional at all locations. 2.4 Typical schematic diagrams The following figures show typical network schematic diagrams with examples of components used. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 15

21 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Volition fibre system Item Description 1 Volition cabling with splice 2 Volition cabling with patch panel 3 Volition cabling direct to desk 4 Building Distributor (BD) 4.1 Main Distribution Frame (MDF) 4.2 Volition patch panel 4.3 Volition switch 4.4 Volition patch panels Figure 1.9 Volition fibre system (including copper voice) Figure 1.9 Volition fibre system Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 16

22 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Volition copper system Fibre backbone Copper voice backbone Floor Distributor Horizontal cabling To PABX To Enterprise switch Item Description Item Description 0 Workstation/Telephone 5 CBE to CBE patchcord 1 RJ45to RJ45 patchcord 6 CBE to RJ45 patchcord 2 RJ45 jack 7 Copper Hub or Switch 3 Horizontal cable 8 VF-45 TM to VF-45 TM patchcord 4 RCP or STG block 9 Volition optical fibre patch panel Fibre backbone Copper voice backbone Horizontal cabling Floor Distributor Item Description Item Description 0 Workstation/Telephone 6 CBE to CBE patchcord 1 RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord 7 RCP or STG block 2 RJ45 jack 8 Copper switch or hub 3 Horizontal cable 9 VF-45 TM to VF-45 TM patchcord 4 Volition copper patch panel 10 Volition optical fibre patch panel 5 RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord Figure 1.10 Volition copper system To PABX To Enterprise switch Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 17

23 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Fibre backbone Copper voice backbone Horizontal cabling Floor Distributor To PABX To Enterprise switch Item Description Item Description 0 Workstation/Telephone 6 CBE to CBE patchcord 1 RJ45to RJ45 patchcord 7 RCP or STG block 2 RJ45 jack 8 Copper switch or hub 3 Horizontal cable 9 VF-45 TM to VF-45 TM patchcord 4 Volition copper patch panel 10 Volition optical fibre patch panel 5 RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord Figure 1.11 Volition copper system Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 18

24 Design, Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System PART 2 FIBRE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1: - DESIGN AND PLANNING This section of Part 2 gives detailed information relating to the design and planning of the Volition fibre cabling system. In defining the maximum permissible link lengths, due consideration has been taken to ensure that the system complies with the appropriate transmission protocol standard. 3.0 Link design criteria The fibre cabling system meets all the performance requirements of the existing and known forthcoming national and international cabling standards and will support the most stringent laser and LED based applications. This includes the Gigabit Ethernet standard for operating distances up to 275 and 550 metres with 62,5/125 and 50/125µm fibre respectively. The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Volition system. 3.1 Maximum link lengths The maximum link lengths, overall operating distances and maximum channel attenuation values for 50/125µm and 62,5/125µm multimode fibre and where appropriate, singlemode fibre for all standardised protocols are given in Tables 2.1 and 2.2. All channel attenuation values are based on Volition fibre and VF-45 TM specifications. When designing the network, due attention should be given to how easy it will be to upgrade in the future e.g. it will not be possible to upgrade a 100baseFX network to 1000base LX unless the maximum operating distance of the latter (550m) has been observed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 19

25 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2.1 Standard applications Application Wavelength Maximum Operating Distance (1) (m) Maximum Channel Attenuation (db) (nm) 62,5µm 50µm sm 62,5µm 50µm sm ISO/IEC FOIRL n/a 9,0 3,3 n/a ISO/IEC BASE-FL and FB n/a 12,5 6,8 n/a ISO/IEC BASE-FX n/a 11,0 6,0 n/a ISO/IEC z 1000 BASE-LX ,0 (4) 3,5 (4) 4,7 ISO/IEC z 1000 BASE-SX 850 (3) n/a 3,2 (4) 3,9 (4) n/a ISO/IEC ae 10G BASE-SR/SW / n/a 1,63 1,81/ n/a 300 (5) 2,59 (6) ISO/IEC /16Mbps Token Ring n/a 13,0 8,3 n/a CD FDDI LCF-PMD n/a 7,0 2,0 n/a DIS FDDI PMD n/a 11,0 6,0 n/a ISO/IEC FDDI SMF-PMD n/a n/a n/a 2000 n/a n/a 10,0 52Mbps ,0 5,3 10,0 155Mbps (3) n/a 10,0 7,2 5,3 7,2 7,0 n/a 622Mbps (3) n/a 6,0 4,0 2,0 4,0 n/a FC-PI 1,06GBd FC-PI 1,06GBd 1300 (3) 850 (3) n/a 300 n/a n/a n/a 3,0 n/a 3,8 7,8 n/a FC-PI 2,12GBd FC-PI 2,12GBd 1300 (3) 850 (3) n/a 150 n/a n/a n/a 2,1 n/a 2,6 7,8 n/a FC-PI 4,25GBd FC-PI 4,25GBd 1300 (3) 850 (3) n/a 70 n/a n/a n/a 1,8 n/a 2,0 7,8 n/a Notes: 1. Includes patchcords. 2. Channel attenuation is based on link attenuation plus unallocated margin from IEEE 802.3z. 3. Laser based application. All others are LED based. 4. # will be 5 for 50µm fibre and 6 for 62,5µm fibre 5. 86m for OM2 fibre, 300m for OM3 fibre dB for OM2 fibre, 2,59dB for OM3 fibre 3.2 Optical fibre ISO/IEC specifies four types of optical fibres to support various classes of applications, three multimode fibre types (OM1, OM2, and OM3) and one singlemode type (OS1). The fibre supplied in Volition horizontal and backbone cable meets or exceeds the requirements of types OM1, OM2, and OS1 as standard. Cable containing OM3 fibre is available to special order if required. Table 2.2 gives details of the various fibre types. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 20

26 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Optical fibre type Nominal core diameter (µm) Table 2.2 ISO/IEC fibre types Minimum overfilled launch bandwidth (Mhz.km) Effective laser launch Maximum attenuation (db/km) bandwidth (MHz.km) 850nm 1300nm 1550nm 850nm 1300nm OM1 50 or 62, ,5 1,5 - OM2 50 or 62, ,5 1,5 - OM ,5 1,5 - OS ,0 1,0 3.3 Channel attenuation For fibre optic installations, ISO/IEC defines three different channel specifications. These are shown in Table 2.3 below. The attenuation of a channel and permanent link at a specified wavelength shall not exceed the sum of the specified attenuation values for the components at that wavelength (where the attenuation of the cable is calculated from its attenuation coefficient multiplied by its length) Table 2.3 ISO/IEC Channel attenuation (db) Channel attenuation Channel Multimode Singlemode 850nm 1300nm 1310nm OF 300 2,55 1,95 1,8 OF 500 3,25 2,25 2,0 OF ,50 4,50 3,50 Table 2.4 Maximum Volition channel attenuation (db) ISO/IEC Link Length 62,5µm MMF 50µm MMF SMF Channel (m) 850nm 1300nm 850nm 1300nm 1300nm 50 1,7 1,6 1,7 1,6 1,6 > ,9 1,6 1,9 1,6 1,6 > ,1 1,7 2,1 1,7 1,7 > , ,8 1,7 > , ,8 1,7 OF300 > ,6 1,8 2,6 1,9 1,8 > ,8 1,9 2,8 2,0 1,8 > ,9 1,9 2,9 2,0 1,8 > ,1 2,0 3,1 2,1 1,9 OF500 > ,3 2,0 3,3 2,1 1,9 > ,5 2,1 3,5 2,2 1, (2) 5,0 2,5 5,0 2,7 2, (2) 6,8 3,0 6,8 3,3 2,6 OF (2) 8,5 3,5 8,5 3,9 2, (2) 12,0 4,5 12,0 5,1 3, (2) ,0 See following page for notes to table Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 21

27 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Notes: 1. The maximum channel attenuation values in Table 2.4 are based upon: 62,5/125µm fibre cable with attenuation of 3,5dB/km at 850nm, and 1,0dB/km at 1300nm 50/125µm fibre cable with attenuation of 3,5dB/km at 850nm and 1,2dB/km at 1300nm Singlemode fibre cable with attenuation of 0,7dB/km at 1300nm (N.B. the VF-45 TM connector is not specified for use at 1550nm) Two VF-45 TM connections (one VF-45 TM connection comprises a VF-45 TM plug and socket) with a maximum attenuation of 0,75dB per connection. 2. For intermediate distances between 550m and 3000m the maximum link should be calculated using the formula; Maximum link attenuation (db) = (max cable attenuation/km) x (link length in km) If a transition splice between campus/building backbone and horizontal cable has been installed an additional allowance of 0,3dB must be made. 3.4 Additional connectors More than two VF-45 TM connections can be installed in the link between the CD, BD or FD and the TO provided the maximum channel attenuation requirement is not exceeded. In such cases 0,75dB should be allowed for each additional connection installed. 3.5 Use of media converters Where Ethernet media converters are used it is recommended that no more than four be installed on a 10Mbps link and no more than two on a 100Mbps link. This is to avoid problems associated with latency occurring in the transmission system. 3.6 Use of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches Where Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches are used the following guidelines on cascading and stacking should be followed Cascading It is recommended that no more than four Ethernet switches (VOL-0215) or two Fast Ethernet switches (VOL-4000 or VOL-5000) be cascaded in order to avoid problems occurring in the transmission system associated with latency. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 22

28 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Stacking The VOL-0215 is not stackable. Up to four VOL-4000 can be stacked from a master unit. A maximum of two VOL-5000 can be stacked from a master unit. It is not possible to stack a VOL-4000 with a VOL Refer to the appropriate equipment manuals for more details VOL-4000: Max 4 Units VOL-5000 Max 3 Units Master Master 2 Slave1 Slave 2 Slave1 Slave 3 Slave 4 Slave 2 Max. 96 ports 160 ports Figure 2.1 Stacking of switches Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 23

29 Fibre cabling system 4.0 Planning guidelines The following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition fibre cabling system. The same approach should be adopted irrespective of whether a distributed or a centralised cabling architecture is being used. However, where a centralised architecture is being deployed the inclusion of floor distributors is optional and transition points can be included if required. For safety reasons, 3M recommend the separation of fibre optic cable from power cabling. This can be achieved either through use of a separate cable support structure or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure. In addition, where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall, floor or other barrier, it is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used. 4.1 Horizontal fibre cabling The horizontal fibre cabling is the first element of the system to be considered. From the floor layout drawing (Figure 10) showing the positions of the outlets, determine the best location for the floor distributor or transition point. Factors that should be considered with regard to floor distributor location are: position in relation to floor distributors on other floors position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable size in relation to number of anticipated users. Factors that should be considered with regard to transition point location are: position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable size in relation to number of cables to be spliced Having decided on the best position for the floor distributor/transition point, plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point (TO). The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements. Cables should not be routed within lightning conductor voids or lift shafts. Generally as a minimum, the TO should provide one interface for voice and one for data. In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly. Open office cabling, sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an option and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point. Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building. TO FD/ TP LIFT Figure 2.2 Floor layout drawing Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 24

30 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Floor distributors It is recommended that at least one floor distributor be provided for every 1000m 2 of office floor space (ISO/IEC11801). EIA/TIA 569A gives details of the recommended size requirements for floor distributors and Table 2.5 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market. Table 2.5 Floor distributor size Serving Area (m 2 ) Floor distributor size (m) ,0 x 2, ,0 x 2, ,5 x 2,0 The location of racks and cabinets shall permit the installation of all necessary cabling. Adequate space must also exist to allow the installation and removal of larger items of equipment. In particular racks and cabinets shall not be installed: in toilet facilities and kitchens in emergency routes in ceiling or sub-floor spaces in the same spaces occupied by fire hose reels or other fire extinguishing equipment Transition points Also referred to as a consolidation point in ISO/IEC11801, a transition point can be provided where centralised cabling combines the backbone and horizontal cabling subsystems to form a single channel. The channel will then extend from the work area to the centralised cross connect by the use of pull-through cables (where no transition point is required) interconnects or splices. In the last two cases a transition point is required to provide protection for the VF-45 TM connectors or splices. There is no recommendation for the number of transition points required as they are optional and will depend on such factors as the number of outlets to be served the number of fibres in the backbone cable the floor layout the position of the CD/BD Wall mount and under floor splice boxes for transition points Volition wall mount splice boxes serve to protect a transition point in a centralised cabling scheme. They are available in a number of different sizes as shown in Table 2.6. Access to the box is via a pair of hinged doors and a range of accessories is available for cable management and splice accommodation. Care should be taken to ensure that access to the box would still be obtainable at a later date. Select the appropriate size box according to the cabling requirements and ensure that the minimum bend radius requirements of both backbone and horizontal cables are met. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 25

31 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2.6 Wall mount and under floor splice boxes Model Number Number of Fibres Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) VOL x 300 x 85 VOL x 600 x 210 VOL x 600 x 210 VOL x 600 x 210 VOL x 600 x Patch panels for floor distributors The Volition VOL-0430-ES series patch panels are available in a variety of configurations (see Part 6). Table 2.7 shows the maximum density that can be obtained using VOL-0430-ES patch panels. It is essential that adequate patchcord management features are provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded. These features can be provided on the front face of the rack, using the VOL-0499 management panel. One VOL-0499 management panel should be provided for every 48 ports to be patched. Alternatively, if 800mm wide racks are being used the rack manufacturer will normally be able to supply cable management features that locate on each side of the front face of the rack or at the side of the rack. Sufficient features should be used to ensure the minimum bend radius of the patch cable is not exceeded. Table 2.7 Patch panel requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space (u) 19 Rack Space (u) including cable management Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 26

32 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Wall mount patch panels for floor distributors There are three sizes of wall mount patch panels available for six, twelve and twenty-four sockets. These patch panels can be used where space is limited and there are only a small number of outlets to be served. The panels can be mounted on the wall or even under the floor (the 2552A outlet could also be considered for an under floor application). Details are shown in Table 2.8. Table 2.8 Wall mount patch panels Model Number Maximum Number of Sockets Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) VOL x 163 x 54 VOL x 255 x 54 VOL x 439 x Telecommunication outlets Outlets can be located on the wall, floor or elsewhere in the work area (e.g. in trunking or in custom modular furniture). The cabling shall be planned in such a way that the outlets will be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the VF-45 TM socket. It is preferable that the sockets do not face upwards where dirt and dust can collect on the door and possibly contaminate the v groove when the plug is introduced. A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation. Table 2.9 Telecommunication outlets Model Number Maximum Number of Sockets Application Dimensions (mm) VF-45 TM RJ45 Total (L x W x H) VOL Wall mounting 121 x 75 x 24 VOL Wall mounting 80 x 80 x 28 VOL Wall mounting 86 x 86 x 28 VOL Trunking (1) 45 x 90 x 58 VOL /3 2/3 4/6 Floor 163 x 75 x 42 VOL /3 2/3 4/6 Floor 163 x 75 x SA Floor 204 x157 x34 VOL Furniture 118 x 75 x 30 Notes: 1. Minimum dimensions of trunking 100 mm x 50 mm (W x D) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 27

33 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Rack mounted media converters The VOL-M10FL 06, M10FL 12, M10FL 24 and M100FX - 12 media converters are available with six, twelve or twenty-four VF-45 TM ports. All rack mounted media converters include an integrated power supply. VOL-M10FL 06/12 and 24 Table 2.10 shows the minimum rack space requirements when using the VOL-M10FL-XX media converters. The units provide six, twelve or twenty-four VF-45 TM ports in 1U of rack space and operate at 10Mbps. Table 10 shows the minimum rack space requirements, assuming a dedicated fibre rack is provided (i.e. the associated copper based electronics is located on an adjacent rack). If copper and fibre electronic equipment is co-located on the rack, only the space occupied by the copper electronic equipment need be planned since the RJ45 input ports and VF-45 TM output ports are both mounted on the front of the unit. Table 2.10 VOL-M10FL-XX rack space requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space (u) Media Patch Total Conv. Panel (1) (1) (2) (2) (2) (2) (2) Notes: 1. Where more than six ports are required at the same location the VOL-M10FL-12 will provide a more cost-effective solution. 2. Where more than twelve ports are required at the same location the VOL-M10FL-24 will provide a more cost-effective solution VOL-M100FX-12 Table 2.11 shows the minimum rack space requirements when using the VOL-M100FX-12 media converter. The unit provides twelve VF-45 TM ports in 1U of rack space and operates at 100Mbps. The table shows the minimum rack space requirements, assuming a dedicated fibre rack is provided (i.e. the associated copper based electronics is located on an adjacent rack). If copper and fibre electronic equipment is co-located on the rack, only the space occupied by the copper electronic equipment need be planned since the RJ45 input ports and VF-45 TM output ports are both mounted on the front of the unit. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 28

34 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2.11 VOL-M100FX-12 requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space (u) Media Patch Total Conv. Panel Workstation media converters All workstation media converters require a separate power supply, therefore it is essential to plan extra power outlets at the workstation. Table 2.12 Workstation media converters Description Media converter type Power supply Power outlet required VOL BaseT RJ45-10BaseFL Separate Yes VOL-M100FX 100BaseTX RJ45-100BaseFX Separate Yes Ethernet and fast Ethernet switches The following switches are currently available: VOL-0215 The VOL-0215 is a 1U high 10BaseFL managed switch having twenty-four VF-45 TM ports, one 10BaseT/100BaseTX fixed uplink port and one slot for a fibre up-link module. The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes. The following up-link modules are available for the VOL-0215 switch: Table 2.13 Uplink modules for VOL-0215 Description Type Connector Interface VOL-0217-UPL-TX 10/100BaseT/Tx RJ45 VOL-0219-UPL-100VF 100BaseFX VF-45 TM Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 29

35 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system VOL-4000 The VOL-4000 is a 1,5U high modular managed switch, having four slots into which a range of modules can be plugged. The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes. These units can be stacked to increase the number of ports available. Table 2.14 gives details of the modules available. Table 2.14 Plug-in modules for VOL-4000 and VOL-5000 Description Type Connector Interface VOL Port 10BaseFL VF-45 TM VOL port 100BaseFX VF-45 TM VOL-4008T 8 port 10/100BaseT/TX VF-45 TM VOL-4100VF 1 port 1000BaseSX VF-45 TM VOL 4100-LX 1 port 1000BaseLX Dual SC VOL-5000 The VOL-5000 is a 3U high modular managed switch, having eight slots into which a range of modules can be plugged. The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes. Like the VOL-4000, these units can also be stacked to increase the number of ports available. Table 2.14 details the modules available Mini switch, dual speed. The VOL 1081 is an eight port dual speed mini switch having eight 10/100BaseT/TX ports and a single 100BaseFX up-link port with the VF- 45 TM interface Network interface cards Network interface cards are available with VF-45 TM connector ports eliminating the need for media converters at the workstation. The VOL- N100VF + TX has both a fibre (VF-45 TM ) and a copper (RJ45) port making it an ideal choice when it is known that the network will be upgraded to fibre in the future. Table 2.15 details the cards currently available. Table 2.15 Network interface cards Description Type Connector Interface VOL-N100VF +TX 100Mbps PCI bus VF-45 TM and RJ45 VOL-N1000VF-SX 1Gbps PCI bus VF-45 TM VOL-N2000VF-SX 1Gbps PCI bus 2 x VF-45 TM VOL-N1000 SC-SX 1Gbps PCI bus Duplex SC VOL-N2000 SC-SX 1Gbps PCI bus 2 x Duplex SC VOL-N1000 SC-LX 1Gbps PCI bus Duplex SC VOL-N2000 SC-LX 1Gbps PCI bus 2 x Duplex SC VOL-N1000TX 1Gbps PCI bus RJ45 VOL-N2000TX 1Gbps PCI bus 2 x RJ45 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 30

36 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4.2 Building backbone cabling The building backbone cable is the second element of the system to be considered. From the building layout drawing, determine the best location for the building distributor (this may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building). Select the best route(s) to connect each floor distributor to the building distributor. As in the case of horizontal cabling, cables should not be installed within lightning conductor voids or lift shafts. The route should not result in the minimum bend radius of the cable being exceeded. This figure varies depending on whether the cable is under load or not. Table 2.19 gives details Building distributors EIA/TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors. Table 2.16 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market. Table 2.16 Building distributor size Work Stations Building Distributor size (m 2 ) Patch panels, racks and cabinets for backbone cabling Volition wall mount or VOL-0430-ES series patch panels shall be provided at each end of the building backbone cable. See paragraph for planning guidance on rack space requirements and paragraph for information on racks and cabinets 4.3 Centralised cabling A collapsed backbone structure is shown in Figure 2.3. TRANSITION POINT WORKGROUP SERVERS OPTIONAL CROSS CONNECT SWITCH/HUB ENTERPRISE/INTRANET SERVERS ROUTER Figure 2.3 Centralised cabling architecture Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 31

37 DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition TM Cabling System Fibre cabling system Installations using a centralised cabling architecture shall be planned using the same guidelines given in the preceding paragraphs. Particular attention shall be given to the maximum permissible link lengths given in Table 2.1. In this case, the horizontal cable can be pulled through from the TO to the BD without any intermediate transition point or floor distributor. Alternatively, it is permissible to use a higher fibre count building backbone cable and join (splice) it to the horizontal cable at a transition point conveniently located in the building. The building backbone cable can be joined to the horizontal cable using any of the following: a) Fibrlok mechanical splice b) VF-45 TM connector c) fusion splice In all three cases the transition point must promote orderly storage of the fibres such that the minimum bend radius requirement is maintained. The transition point shall also be capable of being labelled in accordance with the administration requirements outlined in Part 5. Fibrlok splice A centralised fibre cabling network is often much less expensive than a distributed fibre network. Floor distributors can be eliminated thus saving costs associated with the provision of electrical and HVAC equipment and the floor space can be utilised for other purposes. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 32

38 Fibre cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 5.0 Safety and pre-installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick, error-free installation that minimises risk to the installer, his equipment and the end user. It covers matters relating to: safety use of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures. Although Volition fibre cables use glass instead of copper to carry the transmission signal, many of the installation practices and procedures are identical to those followed when installing a copper cable. The main factors affecting fibre cable installation are cable pull strength, cable bend radius, cable weight, and termination practices. 5.1 Safety Adopt safe working practices at all times. Failure to observe safety rules could result in a serious or fatal injury. In general, observe company safety practices and the following points for safety before and during the installation: clothing planning secure the work area identify the location of electrical cabling use tools that are suitable for the job Optical fibre safety The following practices shall be adopted: exposed optical fibre ends shall be kept away from the skin and eyes the quantity of optical fibre waste shall be minimised waste fibre fragments shall be treated with care and collected and disposed of in suitable containers. Optical fibre transmission equipment emits infra red (non-visible) light. It is impossible to detect the presence of such optical signals with the human eye. Connector end faces, prepared optical fibres or broken optical fibres shall not be viewed directly unless the power source is known to be safe and under control Clothing Wearing the proper clothing will promote personal safety. Some work operations will require safety glasses (e.g. for cable termination operations), hard-hat (e.g. on new construction sites), and gloves (e.g. for cable pulling and cleaning operations). Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 33

39 Fibre cabling system Planning Plan the job with safety in mind. Walk out areas to be cabled and identify potential hazard sites. If in doubt, consult the person in your organisation responsible for safety Secure the work area Ensure that the work area is safe before, during and after the installation. Before commencement of any work, set out cones or safety tape as appropriate where cables will be pulled. Arrange tools so as not to create a hazard Electrical cabling Eliminate the risk of drilling or cutting through a power cable by identifying the position of any electrical cabling. This is particularly important when installing Volition outlets close to electrical outlets. When working in new construction, check drawings for areas that may be unsafe. In existing buildings, use maintenance drawings to identify areas to avoid. Always assume an electrical cable is live until verified otherwise Tools Always use the correct tool for the job. Ensure all tools are safe to use and in good working order. In particular, make sure cutting tools are sharp, use double insulated power tools where power tools are needed and keep all tools in good condition Volition Quick Install Termination Kit Pay particular attention to the termination kit. Always store it in the protective tool case when not in use and keep all working surfaces clean and grease free (this is particularly important when working with indoor/outdoor cable). When replacing the cleave blade it is important not to touch the cutting edge as this may cause damage. 5.2 Pathway planning Although the shortest route between two points is a straight line, it is most unlikely that this will be practical. Check with the cabling designer for the correct route to use. For large installations it is recommended to stage the project and to plan the quantity and type of materials needed for each stage with a storage location nearby. The area should be surveyed to estimate the number of people required to install the cable, and to ascertain if any special installation aids will be required. While conducting the survey, the positions where a change in direction of the cable pull will be necessary should also be noted. Having an understanding of building construction methods will help when planning the cable installation, e.g. it is usually possible to install cable between two wall studs without hitting a cross-member. Familiarity with other construction methods associated with ceilings (plastered, suspended, vaulted), floors (suspended, concrete, ducted) and walls (insulated, masonry, partition, stud, plastered) will also be useful. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 34

40 Fibre cabling system Identify existing cable routes. In many cases the same route can be used. Identifying the existence of a pull cord will save considerable time during the installation. When using a pull cord, a replacement should always be left for later installations. The entry points for cable pathways shall be accessible and not blocked with permanent building installations, they should allow for cable installation, repair and maintenance without risk to personnel or equipment. Cable pathways should also avoid localised sources of heat, humidity and vibration that could increase the risk of damage to the cable. Cable supports i.e. cable trays must be used at all times. These may exist from a previous installation or should be installed prior to the cable installation phase. Supports shall be designed and installed to eliminate the risk of sharp edges or corners that could damage the cable. Pathways constructed using tray work should use preformed bends, compatible with the trays to execute changes in pathway direction. Pathways shall be located to: provide a minimum clearance of 25mm from the fixing surface provide the maximum amount of working space with a minimum of 150mm free space above the floor of the tray provide the maximum protection to the installed cable Cable trunking, ducting or conduit systems where used, should have access provided at least every 12m to enable the use of draw boxes. Draw boxes shall be large enough to maintain the minimum bend radius of the cable being installed. Cables lying directly on ceiling tiles are unacceptable as they could injure the next person needing access to the ceiling or damage the cable. 5.3 Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process. Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance. Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO/IEC 11801, EN50173, EN50174 and ANSI/TIA/EIA Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense the Volition fibre cable. The reel(s) are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding. Alternatively, the reel(s) can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end. When pulling cable from a reel, it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel Volition horizontal fibre cable construction/sheath colour code Volition horizontal fibre cable has a low smoke zero halogen sheath. Multimode cables are blue singlemode cables are green. Two fibre and four fibre horizontal cable construction is shown in Figure 2.4 The specification is shown in Part 6. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 35

41 Fibre cabling system 250µm Primary coated fibres Buffer tube Aramid Outer Figure 2.4 Two and four fibre horizontal cable construction Volition horizontal fibre cable fibre colour code Table 2.17 gives the fibre colour coding details of Volition horizontal fibre cable Number of Fibres Table 2.17 Horizontal fibre cable fibre colour code Number of Buffer Tubes Buffer Tube Colour(s) Fibre Numbers Fibre Colours 2 1 Blue 1/2 Blue/Orange 4 2 Blue Orange 1/2 3/4 Blue/Orange Blue/Orange Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction/sheath colour code All Volition indoor fibre backbone cables have a low smoke zero halogen sheath. Multimode cables are blue and singlemode cables are green. Details of Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction are given in figure 2.5 and tables 2.18 and 2.19 give details of the fibre code and cable installation specification. Six and twelve fibre (1) twenty four to ninety-six fibre Cable Aramid yarn strength Buffer tube Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member Modules 250µm Cable primary coated Figure 2.5 Indoor fibre backbone cable construction Notes: 1. For 62,5/125µm fibre only. The 50/125µm fibre cable incorporates a central strength member for cables having more than twelve fibres Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 36

42 Fibre cabling system Table 2.18 Indoor fibre backbone cable fibre colour code No of Fibres No of Buffer Buffer Tube Buffer Tube No of Fibres No of Modules (1) Module No Module Colour Tubes No Colour 1 Blue 1 Blue Orange 2 Orange 48 (2 4 3 Green 3 Green 4 Brown 4 Brown Slate 5 Slate 72 (2 6 6 White 6 White 7 Red 7 Red 8 Black 96 (2) 8 8 Black 9 Yellow Violet 11 Pink 12 Aqua ) ) Notes: 1. Each module contains six two fibre buffer tubes 2. Cables of 48 fibres and above have a central strength member Table 2.19 Indoor fibre backbone cable installation specification Cable Type Minimum Bend Radius (mm) Short Term/Long Term (1) Nominal Cable Diameter (mm) Nominal Cable Weight (kg/m) Maximum Pulling Load (2) (N) 6 Fibre 75/50 4,5 25, Fibre 75/50 5,0 30, Fibre 90/60 6,0 40, Fibre 190/120 12,0 110, Fibre 250/150 15,0 170, Fibre 275/190 19,0 300, Notes: 1. The short term bending radius is under installation condition when the cable is being subjected to a pulling load. 2. Applied to the cable strength member(s) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 37

43 Fibre cabling system Volition indoor/outdoor fibre backbone cable construction/sheath colour code Volition indoor/outdoor cables have two basic constructions, unitube for up to twenty-four fibres all contained within a single tube, or loose tube where there are twelve fibres in a tube. The loose tube design is used for cables containing more than twenty-four fibres and incorporates a central strength member. Sheath colour is coded the same as other Volition cables, blue for multimode, green for singlemode. As there is always more than one loose tube in the cable, the tubes and fillers are colour coded. The first tube is green and the last is red. The tubes in between are yellow for singlemode fibres and white for multimode fibres. Hybrid cables contain singlemode fibres in the first (green) tube then a number of yellow tubes as appropriate with singlemode fibres, then a number of white tubes as appropriate with multimode fibres. The last tube is red with multimode fibres. Central strength member First tube (green) Filler (white) Yellow (singlemode) White (multimode) Last tube (red) Figure 2.6 Loose tube cable colour code Indoor/Outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic (GRP) strength member 2 24 fibre cable (unitube) fibre cable (loose tube) 250µm primary coated fibres Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member Central unitube Swellable tape Aramid yarn 1,1 mm LSZH sheath Loose tubes Ripcord Swellable tape 1,5 mm LSZH sheath Figure 2.7 Cable construction Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 38

44 Fibre cabling system Table 2.20 shows the colour code used for fibres in cables having a unitube construction. Table 2.20 Unitube cable fibre colour code No of No of Fibre Pair Fibre Fibre Fibres Unitubes Number Number Colour /2 Red/Green /4 Blue/Yellow /6 White/Grey /8 Brown/Violet /10 Turquoise/Black /12 Orange/Pink 7 13/14 Yellow w/marker 1*/White w/marker 1* 8 15/16 Grey w/marker 1*/Turquoise w/marker 1* 9 17/18 Orange w/marker 1*/Pink w/marker 1* 10 19/20 Yellow w/marker 2*/White w/marker 2* 11 21/22 Grey w/marker 2*/Turquoise w/marker 2* 12 23/24 Orange w/marker 2*/Pink w/marker 2* * Marker 1 is spaced approx. at 70mm intervals, Marker 2 is spaced approx. at 35mm intervals Table 2.21 shows the colour code used for fibres in cables having a loose tube construction. Table 2.21 Loose tube cable fibre colour code No of No of Loose tube Fibre Fibre Fibres Loose tubes Number Number Colour 1 1/2 Red/Green /4 Blue/Yellow 3 5/6 White/Grey 4 7/8 Brown/Violet 5 9/10 Turquoise/Black 6 11/12 Orange/Pink 7 8 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 39

45 Fibre cabling system Indoor/outdoor cable with glass yarn 2 24 fibre cable (unitube) fibre cable (loose tube) Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member 250µm primary coated fibres Central unitube Glass yarn 1,5 mm LSZH sheath Figure 2.8 Cable construction Loose tubes Swellable tape 2,0 mm LSZH sheath Glass yarn For details of colour coding of fibres see tables 2.20 and Indoor/outdoor cable with corrugated steel armouring 2 24 fibre cable (unitube) fibre cable (loose tube) Central unitube Strength members 250µm primary coated fibres Corrugated steel tape 1,5 mm LSZH sheath Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member Loose tubes Corrugated steel tape Swellable wrapping tape 1,5 mm LSZH sheath Figure 2.9 Cable construction For details of colour coding of fibres see tables 2.20 and Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 40

46 Fibre cabling system 5.4 Cable pulling Although Volition fibre horizontal cable is significantly lighter and the diameter much smaller than four-pair twisted copper cable, it can be installed in a similar way. However, it is essential that all Volition cables are never subjected to a bend tighter than the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded. The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load (during the pulling operation) or unloaded (after the pulling operation). Also note that within the termination area itself, where the cable sheath has been removed, the bend radius can be as low as 25mm. Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod. The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place. The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route. CAUTION: Do not exceed the maximum pulling load of the cable and do not apply the maximum pulling load to the cable sheath Preparing Volition fibre horizontal cable for pulling As a guide, up to 12 horizontal Volition fibre cables can be pulled at a time. If the route is short (<30m) and straight with easy access to the cable path, the cable may be pulled off the reel and laid into place directly without accessing the strength members. Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable sheath is not stretched as this could result in excess attenuation being induced into the fibre at a later stage when the sheath contracts. For routes that require the cable to be pulled into position, the pulling load must not under any circumstances be applied directly to the cable sheath. In this case, it is important that the load is applied to the cable strength members (aramid yarn). This will prevent stretching of the cable sheath and possible damage to the fibre. A tool can be used to clamp directly onto the exposed aramid yarns and the pulling load applied to the tool. In such a case it is usually only necessary to expose about 5cm of aramid yarn. Alternatively, the following procedure can be adopted: 1. Strip the sheaths of the cables approximately 30cm. 2. Cut the fibres at the cable jacket. 3. Group the aramid yarn into two bunches. 4. Weave the two bunches to create a loop, twisting the ends. 5. Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot. 6. Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable for pulling The construction of the backbone cable makes the cable sheath less susceptible to being stretched and if the route is short (<30m) and straight, this will only require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 41

47 Fibre cabling system The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent it getting caught. As a guide, backbone cables of 48 fibres and above are normally installed individually although where space and the nature of the route permits, it is possible to pull more than one cable at a time. For long and or difficult routes, as in the case of the horizontal cable, the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath. In such cases the following procedure should be adopted: 1. Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 50cm. 2. Cut the fibres at the cable jacket and either a) Group the aramid yarn into two bunches b) Weave the two bunches to create a loop, twisting the ends c) Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot d) Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end, or e) Attach the central strength member to the pulling rope using a suitable attachment In both cases if a winch is being used to pull the cable, a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 42

48 Fibre cabling system 6.0 Installing Volition fibre backbone cable Indoor backbone cables and indoor/outdoor cables can be installed in either closed or open shafts. Indoor/outdoor cables can also be installed in underground ducts. Closed shafts are used to route cables from floor to floor through a sleeve, slot, conduit or rack that can be fire-stopped (Figures 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4). Open shafts typically refer to distribution systems in older buildings where abandoned ventilation or elevator shafts are used for extending cables. Open shafts usually extend from the basement of a building to the top floor and have no separation between floors. Copper power cables and Volition optical fibre cables should either be installed in separate shafts or in separate sections of the shaft. 3M recommend the use of closed shafts for Volition building backbone cable installation. 6.1 Installation procedure Decide whether the cable is to be dropped down from an upper floor, or pulled up from a lower floor. In both cases, safety is of prime importance. Loose cables should be tied off so as not to cause an obstruction. Cable reels should be secured so they cannot roll. If it has been decided that the cable will be dropped, ensure that the cable reel is equipped with a brake. If the cable is being pulled up through closed shafts, a key piece of equipment is a portable electric winch. Always follow the manufacturer s guidelines when operating this equipment. During installation, ensure that the minimum bend radius specification and the maximum pulling load of the cable are not exceeded (see Table 2.19). One way to ensure this is to first install an inner duct (usually manufactured from a corrugated material). Inner ducts come in a variety of plastics and should be specified to meet local flammability regulations. If an inner duct is not used, consideration should be given to using a break-away swivel. If a winch is used in the pulling operation, a break-away swivel should always be used and the pulling load applied to the cable strength member. Cables for different purposes (e.g. power and data cables should not be in the same bundle. See Figure 2.10 Not recommended Recommended Power cablin Auxiliary circuits Correct IT cabling Sensitive circuits Figure 2.10 Separation of cables in cable pathways Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 43

49 Fibre cabling system Finally, ensure that the cable is secured on each floor. Generally, a split mesh grip that is connected to a bolt on the floor above is used to support the cable. 6.2 Cable preparation in the CD/BD/FD termination area The procedure for preparing the cable will depend on the cable type and construction. Care should be taken to ensure that the fibres are not damaged during this operation Indoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic (GRP) strength members 1. Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack to reach the patch panel (or splice box) and trim any strength members flush with the end of the cable. 2. Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the fibre tubes. 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance of 1,0m from the cable end. 4. Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands. 5. Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable. 6. Cut the aramid yarn flush with the end of the cable sheath (do not cut the GRP rod). 7. Pull the end of the cable sheath with the aramid yarn from the cable and discard. 8. Cut the GRP rod flush with the end of the cable sheath. 9. Follow the instructions included with the patch panel, splice box or socket termination kit. * In some cases it may be necessary to remove the cable sheath in small sections Indoor/outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic (GRP) strength members Follow the same procedure as given in paragraph However as this cable is filled with grease, before attempting to install it into a patch panel or splice box, the grease should be removed using a suitable solvent. It is particularly important to ensure that the VF-45 TM Quick Install Kit does not become contaminated with grease Indoor/outdoor cable with glass yarn Follow the same procedure as given in paragraph However the glass yarn makes the sheath much more difficult to remove and therefore it is most likely that it will have to be removed in several short sections. As before pay particular attention to ensure that all traces of grease are removed from the fibres and the tubes in which they are contained Indoor/outdoor cable with corrugated steel armouring As this cable incorporates layer(s) of steel tape for guaranteed rodent protection, removal of the sheath is far more difficult than in the previous cases. In this case special tools are needed in order to cut through the steel tape before the sheath can be removed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 44

50 Fibre cabling system 7.0 Installing Volition fibre horizontal cable As for backbone cable, 3M strongly recommend that Volition horizontal cable and copper power cables should either be installed on separate cable supports or in separate sections of the support. This is not because of electrical interference issues but to minimise the risk of the fibre cable being subsequently damaged by the weight of copper cable placed on top of it at a later date. 7.1 Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling, in a wall or under a floor. The cable should take the most practical direct route, ensuring that the minimum bend radius specification (30mm along the route, 25mm in the termination area) and maximum pulling load (440N) is never exceeded. Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation. Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath. Follow the instructions given in paragraph If the route incorporates tight bends or obstruction points, extra help should be deployed in these areas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped. This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable. After installation, ensure a minimum of 1,5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link (i.e., patch panel/splice box and outlet) for termination of the VF-45 TM socket Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard-to-get-to locations, or to route the cable past obstructions. The rod is attached to the strength members of the cables being installed. Depending on the nature of the location, the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods. The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached. These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route Pull cords Generally, pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit, or by placing them along a cable support (cable tray) with a rod. It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under-floor trunking systems, conduit systems and access floor systems. Except for conduit systems, cable routes should either run parallel to, or perpendicular to, the building lines. Under-floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunking or duct running from the telecommunications closet to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor. The trunking generally extends at 90-degree angles from the telecommunications closet and feeds into junction boxes. Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations that are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor. Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms. However, they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 45

51 Fibre cabling system Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles. Cable support systems such as cable trays, or conduit, shall be employed. When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space, every two to three tiles should be removed for access. This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc. and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area. The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located, or dropped down a wall cavity. Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity is generally not difficult. A rod may be used or even a string tied to a weight. A rod is most suitable for insulated walls. 7.2 Cable preparation in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted: 1. Ensure there is a minimum of 1,0m of excess fibre at the TO. Trim any excess cable so that the fibre and aramid yarn are flush with the end of the cable sheath 2. Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the fibre sub-unit. 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath 1,0m from the end of the cable. 4. Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands. 5. Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable sheath to expose the aramid yarn. 6. Cut the aramid yarn flush with the end of the cable sheath at the point of the ring cut. 7. Pull the end of the cable with the aramid yarn from the cable and discard. 8. Follow the instructions included with the Volition outlet and VF-45 TM Quick Install Kit to complete the termination Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 46

52 Fibre cabling system 8.0 Installing centralised fibre cabling Centralised cabling results in all the electronic equipment being located centrally with the cable routing directly to the telecommunications outlet (TO). This may be accomplished using Volition horizontal cable only or a combination of Volition horizontal and backbone cable. Fusion splicing, mechanical splicing or patching is used to make the transition between horizontal and backbone cable. When making this type of installation, the procedures documented for the installation of horizontal and backbone cable shall be followed. However, the maximum link length must always comply with the design guidelines given in Section 1 in order for the extended warranty requirements to be met. 9.0 Installing patch panels splice boxes and wall/floor outlets Follow the instructions supplied with the patch panel, splice box and wall/floor outlet carefully. Where grease filled indoor/outdoor cable has been used it is recommended where possible that the cables enter from below. This is to minimise the flow of grease out of the cable. Care should be taken to ensure that the 25mm minimum bend radius of the fibre in the termination area is not exceeded when the socket is placed into its final position VF-45 TM socket installation The VF-45 TM socket is used at both ends of the link. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the VF-45 Quick Install Kit carefully. It is important when installing the socket to maintain the correct polarity of the fibres throughout the system. For example, if the socket at the patch panel has the blue fibre on the right (as viewed from the rear of the socket), the fibre on the right at the outlet termination must be orange. To meet the conditions of the warranty, the VF-45 TM socket must be installed in a 3M approved patch panel or telecommunications outlet VF-45 TM Plug and Socket Cleaning After installation of the socket and before insertion of a patchcord, clean both the socket and the patchcord plugs using the Volition Maintenance Cleaning Kit. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit carefully. Cleaning is particularly important prior to commencing any testing. Always allow at least 90 seconds between cleaning and testing to ensure that the cleaning fluid has evaporated. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 47

53 Fibre cabling system 11.0 Testing Once installed, the system must be tested in accordance with the procedure described below. Tests shall be performed at either 850nm and/or 1300nm. When tests are conducted using a power meter and stabilised light source, testing in one direction is sufficient. When tests are conducted using an OTDR, testing in both directions is required. In both cases, 100% of installed links shall be tested. In addition to testing link loss, an OTDR can give information on link length, the insertion loss of individual events in the fibre and, in some instruments, return loss of individual events. An OTDR is also useful for fault finding. The test procedure described here complies with the requirements of the generic cabling standards ISO/IEC and EN Test equipment requirements The test equipment does not have to be manufactured by 3M, although if an OTDR is to be used the 3M Mini-OTDR is recommended.. Other than in an OTDR, the use of a laser source is not recommended for testing multimode fibre. For testing singlemode fibre either a laser or an LED source can be used provided the dynamic range of the equipment is sufficient to test the link. The source characteristics of the transmitter in the test set are given in table System Type Nominal wavelength (nm) Table 2.22 Source characteristics Minimum wavelength (nm) Maximum wavelength (nm) Reference test wavelength (nm) Spectral width (FWHM) (nm) Multimode Multimode Singlemode Launch Conditions Multimode fibre A mandrel wrap mode filter must be used to remove unwanted transient higher order modes and reduce measurement inaccuracies. The mode filter for multimode fibres consists of five closely wound turns on a smooth cylindrical mandrel of the following diameter: Fibre core size (µm) Mandrel diameter (mm) Singlemode No mandrel required Note: These figures are for Volition 3mm diameter test cables Important: Only the transmit leg of the test cord should be wound on the mandrel. The cord attached to the detector should not be mandrel wrapped. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 48

54 Fibre cabling system 11.3 Link and channel definition Both the International Standard ISO/IEC and the European Standard EN define a permanent link and a channel. The permanent link is the permanently installed part of the cabling. The channel is the full end to end connection including the equipment and work area cables (note however that the channel does not include the loss attributable to the equipment connectors). See figure 2.11, taken from Figure 7 in EN Channel Specification Link EQP C C S S C C TE FD EQP FD C S TE Equipment in FD Floor Distributor Connection Splice Terminal Equipment Figure 2.11 Permanent link and channel definition Notes: 1. The link, the permanently installed part, contains two VF-45 TM connections (not connectors!). 2. The link is allowed to have two splices. This facilitates implementations with pigtails, but is not necessary with the VF-45 socket, which is field terminateable. However, one splice could be present in the installation in the transition between building backbone and horizontal cables. 3. The channel, and therefore the generic cabling, does not include the connections to the equipment on both ends of the link, because these connections are considered to be application specific Testing procedure Because of the plug and socket arrangement of the VF-45 TM, the following procedures must be adopted Light source and power meter First, ensure all plugs and sockets on the links to be tested and the reference leads to be used are clean. In addition to the reference leads, the patch lead added in Figure 20 plays an important part of the measurement and all should be treated with care. The working end of this lead should be cleaned after a maximum of twenty-four matings to avoid an accumulation of dirt on the end face of the fibre. For cleaning testing plugs the VF-45 TM Plug cleaner should be used (VOL-0570B). Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 49

55 Fibre cabling system Reference the output from the source as shown in Figure 2.12 REF. 1 REF. 2 TX RX VF-45 socket VF-45 plug Figure 2.12 Power meter referencing Since the Volition link has a VF-45 TM socket on each end of the installed cable, the socket on REF. 1 now needs to have a VF-45 plug on the free end. Adding a VF-45 TM to VF-45 TM patch cable as shown in Figure 2.13 does this. Link to be tested REF. 1 VF-45 Socket at Patch Panel VF-45 Socket at TO REF. 2 TX VF-45 to VF-45 Patch Cable RX VF-45 socket VF-45 plug Figure 2.13 Measurement of channel attenuation Refer back to figure 2.11, showing the channel definition. It can be seen that the channel consists of the horizontal cable, 2 connections and an allowance for the equipment and work area cables (given by the cable in the patch leads and the REF 2 cable). NB: To estimate the performance of an individual connection it is necessary to divide the test result by two and subtract the attenuation due to the fibre. It is also necessary to keep in mind that the patchcord used to test the link is not part of the reference measurement. If the patchcord is damaged in any way it will affect the test results for the links under test. If link attenuation results are found which are consistently higher than expected, the patch cable is suspect. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 50

56 Fibre cabling system OTDR Method An OTDR measures the decrease in backscatter returned to the instrument as a light pulse, emitted from the instrument, passes through the fibre and device under test. Figure 2.14 shows the set up that must be used to test the link. The launch lead must be longer than the near end dead zone of the OTDR being used. 3M has a range of launch boxes in its product portfolio that can be used for this purpose. It is essential that the specification of the OTDR being used be checked to ensure that a suitable length lead is obtained. Similarly, the far end tail lead must be longer than the event dead zone of the OTDR. In most cases, a 100m launch box should be adequate, but again the OTDR specification should be checked. Note that both the near end and event dead zones of the OTDR will be affected by the pulse width being used. In order to improve the accuracy of the measurement, the shortest pulse width option that gives the required distance range should be selected. Use the shortest pulse width that will give a smooth trace in the required averaging time. Using a short pulse width will also result in the shortest near end and event dead zones for the particular test configuration being used. Use of the launch box and far end fibre patchcord is essential in order that both connections on the link can be clearly seen on the OTDR trace allowing accurate positioning of the cursors. Horizontal cable Socket at patch panel Socket at outlet Launch lead Far end lead OTDR VF-45 socket ST, SC or FC socket VF-45 plug ST, SC or FC plug Figure 2.14 Channel attenuation measurement using an OTDR Trace Analysis: Method 1 - to measure link attenuation Once the link to be tested has been connected to the OTDR as shown in Figure 2.14, the fibre should be scanned and the results averaged until a suitable trace is displayed on the OTDR screen. The Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 51

57 Fibre cabling system averaging time will be determined by a number of factors related to the performance characteristics of the OTDR and pulse width used. The resulting display will however look like that shown in Figure The peak reflections correspond to the initial launch into the fibre and the connectors present on the link. Analysis of the trace should be accomplished using the two point method. The cursors A and B must be carefully positioned as shown in the figure. Great care must be taken to ensure that the cursors are positioned at the correct points on the trace. Cursor A must be positioned before the point at which the trace begins to rise at the leading edge of the reflection corresponding to the first connector. The curve on the trailing edge of each reflection peak in the trace corresponds to the decay response of the OTDR detector and is typical of most OTDR s. The length of the decay is a function of the detector and of the amplitude of the peak (reflected pulse). Cursor B must be positioned such that it is clear of the trailing edge and on the straight portion of the trace. A total allowance of approximately 10m should be made (5m in front of the first connector, 5m behind the second connector) to allow for the work area cords. Launch Lead Link Far End Lead Launch Pulse A B 1st Connection 2nd Connection x End Reflection x CHANNEL ATTENUATION Figure 2.15 Trace analysis two point method Using this method the OTDR calculates the vertical distance between the two points A and B on the trace and displays the result as attenuation in db. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 52

58 Fibre cabling system To obtain an accurate value for channel attenuation, the OTDR must be taken to the other end of the link and the measurement repeated. The two results are then added together and divided by two to obtain the average attenuation for the channel. Trace Analysis: Method 2 - to measure connector attenuation If required it is possible to measure the attenuation of an individual connection (mated connector). This would be useful if the channel attenuation was out of specification and it was required to measure the attenuation attributable to the connection at each end of the channel. In this case method 2, the four-point (least squares approximation) method should be used. The same configuration as previously described should be used and the resulting display should still look like that shown in Figure However the analysis of the trace should be as shown in Figure Analysis of the trace should be accomplished using the four-point method. The cursors A, B, C and D should be carefully positioned as shown in the figure. Great care should be taken to ensure that the cursors are positioned at the correct points on the trace. Launch Lead Link Far End Lead AB C D Launch Pulse 1st Connection x x x CONNECTOR ATTENUATION x 2nd Connection End Reflection Figure 2.16 Trace analysis four point method Cursor B should be positioned just before the point at which the trace begins to rise at the leading edge of the reflection corresponding to the first connector. Cursor A should be positioned as far away from B as possible while remaining on the straight portion of the trace. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 53

59 Fibre cabling system Cursor C should be positioned such that it is just clear of the trailing edge and on the straight portion of the trace. Cursor D should be positioned as far away as possible from cursor C while remaining on the straight portion of the trace. When using this method the OTDR calculates** (using the least squares approximation formula) the best fit straight line between points A and B on the trace and between points C and D on the trace. It then projects these lines to a point where the vertical distance between them can be calculated and displays the result as attenuation in db. This procedure can be repeated by repositioning the cursors about the second connection on the link. To obtain a value for connection attenuation, the OTDR must be taken to the other end of the link and the measurement repeated. The two results are then added together and divided by two to obtain the average attenuation for the connection. ** The 3M Mini-OTDR will automatically take measurements if scan trace is selected 11.5 Link performance requirements It is only required to measure the attenuation performance of the link. Bandwidth and return loss measurements are not required. The maximum attenuation shall not exceed the values specified in Table 5 of this manual Test Report Upon completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced. The contents of the test report shall include at least the following information: system location testing date type of test equipment with calibration date name of person(s) performing test attenuation details of each link tested for power meter and light source tests either a data reader should be supplied or the results should be in Excel format if an OTDR was used viewer software should be supplied Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 54

60 Copper cabling system PART 3 COPPER CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING This section of Part 3 gives detailed information relating to the design and planning of the Volition copper cabling system. In defining the maximum permissible link lengths, due consideration has been taken to ensure that the system complies with the appropriate transmission protocol standard Link design criteria Depending on the products used, the copper cabling system meets all the performance requirements of the existing and known forthcoming national and international cabling standards up to and including Class E link and Category 6 hardware (ISO/IEC and EN 50173) and Category 6 link and hardware (EIA/TIA 568) requirements. The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Volition system Maximum link and channel length The maximum link length for all copper cabling shall not exceed 90m (this excludes the work area patch cables and patch cables used to connect to electronic equipment). The maximum overall length of the channel shall not exceed 100m. If consolidation points are employed the minimum length of floor distributor to consolidation point cable shall be 15m. The minimum consolidation point to telecom outlet cable length using stranded (patch cord) cable for Category 6/class E RJ-45 systems shall be 7 metre and for Category 5e/class D RJ-45 systems shall be 3 metre. The channel length must be reduced (where appropriate), according to the guidelines in ISO 11801, to accommodate the higher attenuation of stranded cable Use of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches Where Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches are used the following guidelines on cascading and stacking should be followed Cascading It is recommended that no more than four Ethernet switches or two Fast Ethernet switches be cascaded in order to avoid problems occurring in the transmission system associated with latency Stacking Follow the instructions supplied by the switch manufacturer to ensure that the switches are stacked correctly. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 55

61 Copper cabling system 13.0 Planning guidelines The following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition copper cabling system. For safety and transmission performance reasons, 3M recommend the separation of copper data cable from power cabling and certain items of electrical equipment. This can be achieved either through use of separate cable support structures or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure. Recommended separation distances are given in Table 3.1 taken from EN In addition, where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall, floor or other barrier, it is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used. Notes: Table 3.1 Minimum distances between IT and power cables Type of installation Minimum separation distance (mm) Without metallic With aluminium With steel divider divider divider Unscreened power cable and unscreened IT cable Unscreened power cable and screened IT cable Screened power cable and unscreened IT cable Screened power cable and screened IT cable Power and data cabling, when installed in a sub-floor installation, should preferably be run at right angles to one another with appropriate bridging points, giving the required separation being provided at the crossing points. 2. If the horizontal cable length is < 35m and screened IT cabling is used, no separation is required. 3. If the horizontal cable is > 35m and screened IT cabling is being the separation distance does not apply to the final 15m of horizontal cable Screening A cable screen creates a barrier between the external electromagnetic environment and the transmission line inside the screen. The performance of the screen depends on the design of the screen, the material from which it is constructed and on the way it is connected to local earth. If screened cable is being installed, 3M recommend the following: The cable screen should be continuous from one end of the link to the other and shall be connected at both ends to the RJ45 jack. Special attention shall be paid to the assembly of the screened RJ45 jacks. The screen contact should be applied over 360 degrees. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 56

62 Copper cabling system 13.1 Horizontal copper cabling The horizontal fibre cabling is the first element of the system to be considered. From the floor layout drawing (Figure 2.2) showing the positions of the outlets, determine the best location for the floor distributor or transition point. Factors that should be considered with regard to floor distributor location are: position in relation to floor distributors on other floors position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable size in relation to number of anticipated users. Factors that should be considered with regard to transition point location are: position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable size in relation to number of cables to be spliced Having decided on the best position for the floor distributor/transition point, plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point (TO). The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements. Generally as a minimum, the TO should provide a minimum of one interface for voice and one for data. In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly. Open office cabling, sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an option and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point. Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building Floor distributors It is recommended that at least one floor distributor be provided for every 1000m 2 of office floor space (ISO/IEC11801). EIA/TIA 569A gives details of the recommended size requirements for floor distributors and Table 2.5 suggests alternative sizes more suitable to the European market Patch panels for floor distributors The Volition range of copper patch panels covers a variety of configurations (see Part 6). It is essential to choose the correct patch panel for the jack that is to be installed in it (the One-Click Giga, K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks have different mounting arrangements). Adequate patchcord management features must be provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded Depending on the patch panel chosen, these features can be provided on the front face of the rack, using the P33340AA0000 (1U) and/or P33345AA0000 (2U) cable management panels, or alternatively, if 800mm wide racks from the QVSL range are being used, cable management rings that locate on each side of the rack should be used. If cable management panels are being used, 1U of cable management space should be provided for every 24 ports to be patched. If rack mounted management features are being used, sufficient features should always be used to ensure the minimum bend radius of the patch cable is not exceeded. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 57

63 Copper cabling system Table 3.2 Patch panel requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space (u) 19 Rack Space (u) including cable management panel Racks and cabinets for floor distributors There are two ranges of 19 racks, the BCCS range which is available in three heights and 800 x 800 and 600 x 800 formats and the QVSL 2000 range which is available a number of heights in both free standing and wall mounting versions. The QVSL 2000 range of floor standing 19" racks and cabinets offers a comprehensive solution to housing patch panels and through special adapter frames (sub-racks), STG 2000 and RCP 2000 modules, which are both rated up to Category 5E performance. QVSL Compact All versions are manufactured from sheet steel and finished in a grey (RAL 7022) powder coating. Lockable doors are provided front and back and the front door is QVSL Basic attractively finished with a smoked glass viewing panel. The QVSL Basic rack is 2m (42U) high, for smaller installations, the QVSL Mini that is just 1,1m (20U) high is available. If space is limited and neither of these options is acceptable, then there is also the QVSL Compact family of wall mountable cabinets to select from, with cabinets ranging in height from 6U to 15U. Table 3.3 gives outline dimensions, further details are included in Part 6. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 58

64 Copper cabling system Table 3.3 Racks and cabinets for floor distributors Description Height (U) Size (mm) (H x W x D) BCCS rack 24U high (steel rear door, glass front door) x 600 BCCS rack 36U high x 600 BCCS rack 42U high x 600 x 600 Basic Type 1 without mounting frame x 800 x 600 Basic Type 2 including 19 frame x 800 x 600 Basic Type 3 including 19 swing frame x 800 x 600 Basic Type 4 without mounting frame x 800 x 800 Basic Type 5 including 19 frame x 800 x 800 Basic Type 5A including 19 frame x 800 x 800 Basic Type 5B including 19 frame x 800 x 800 Basic Type 6 including 19 swing frame x 800 x 800 Server x 600 x 900 Server mini x 600 x 900 Mini no x 800 x 600 Mini w /glass door x 800 x 600 Compact x 600 x 580 Compact x 600 x 580 Compact x 600 x 580 Compact x 600 x 580 Pico x 450 x 215 Pico x 450 x Telecommunications outlets Many different designs of telecommunications outlets are offered and it is important to choose the correct design for the application. The RJ45 Giga jack and the K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks have different mounting arrangements that are not compatible with each other, however the K5E and K6 jacks do use the same mounting arrangement (keystone) as the VF-45 TM socket. Whilst it is not possible to mount the VF-45 TM socket into the copper TOs described here, it is possible to mount the K5E and K6 jack into the VOL-0256 outlet as shown in the picture opposite. Outlets can be located on the wall, floor or elsewhere in the work area (e.g. in trunking or in custom modular furniture). The cabling shall be planned in such a way that the outlets will be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the jack. It is preferable that the sockets do not face upwards where dirt and dust can collect on the door and possibly contaminate the contacts when the plug is introduced. A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation Building backbone cabling The building backbone cable is the second element of the system to be considered. The backbone is the main feeder cable route within the building carrying all the signals from the FDs to the BD and or CD. It ultimately provides the interface to the external network Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 59

65 Copper cabling system The backbone must not only be cable of supporting current networking needs, it must also be capable of supporting future network growth. Factors to consider regarding the backbone include: The size of the network (e.g. number of TOs, link lengths required to get from the FD to the furthest TO) The network operating speed to the workstation and hence the bandwidth required in the backbone to support that speed without causing transmission bottlenecks ) The position of any workgroup and enterprise servers (which will also have an impact on the bandwidth requirement of the backbone) The requirements to expand the network in the future The design process for the backbone has three main steps: 1. Determine the backbone requirements for each floor 2. Determine the best route(s) for backbone cable 3. Determine the supporting structures required Step 1. Determine backbone requirements for each floor Determine the backbone requirements based on the above factors. Because of the technical problems associated with the sharing of voice and data signals in the same sheath, 3M recommend separate backbone cables for voice and data. Except in the smallest of installations, 3M recommend a fibre backbone cable. The number of fibres in the cable should be determined based on the total number of uplinks to be provided. It is recommended that extra fibres be provided to each FD to allow for future expansion of the network. In this case the backbone cable should not contain any splices. Step 2. Determine the best route for backbone cable From the building layout drawing, determine the best location for the building distributor (this may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building). Select the best route(s) to connect each floor distributor to the building distributor. The route should not result in the minimum bend radius of the cable being exceeded. This figure varies depending on whether the cable is under load or not. If a fibre backbone is being installed, Table 2.19 gives details. Although there are two major types of shafts (closed and open), local codes usually mandate the much safer closed shaft. However variations are sometimes necessary as the structure of an existing building may not allow for a single continuous route. The following paragraphs explain the options available for locating the backbone cables through the building. Vertical riser shaft options include: sleeve method slot method Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 60

66 Copper cabling system Sleeve Method Used in the riser shaft, sleeves are short lengths of conduit, usually made of rigid metal pipe 100mm in diameter. They are placed in a concrete floor as it is being poured and protrude 25 mm to 100 mm above the floor. Cables are often tied to a steel support strand that, in turn, is fastened to a metal strap bolted on the wall. Sleeves are used when the closets are vertically aligned Slot Method The slot method is sometimes used in riser shafts. Slots are rectangular openings in each floor that enable cables to pass through from floor to floor, as shown opposite, The size of the slot varies with the number of cables used. As in the sleeve method, cables are tied or clamped to a steel support strand fastened to a wall strap or floor bracket. Vertical racks on the wall adjacent to the slot can support large cable distributions. Slots are very flexible, allowing any combination of cable sizes. Although more flexible, slots are more expensive to install than sleeves in an existing building. Another disadvantage is that unused Figure 3.2 Slot method slots are difficult to fire stop. They may also damage the structural integrity of the floor if care is not taken during installation to avoid cutting floor support. In multi-storey buildings, lateral (or horizontal) runs of the backbone cable are often necessary to cover the distance from the BD to the riser shaft and, up on the floors, from the riser shaft to the FD. Remember that lateral runs, which need to follow a convenient, easily installable pathway, are rarely simple straight lines between endpoints. Horizontal riser shaft options include: conduit method rack method Figure 3.1 Sleeve method Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 61

67 Copper cabling system Conduit Method In conduit backbone systems, metal conduit is used to house and protect the cables. Conduit allows pulling of cables in vertically offset paths caused by a horizontal offset between backbone closets on adjacent floors. In open shafts and in lateral backbone distribution, such as through a basement area, conduit provides mechanical protection for cables. Conduit offers the advantage of being fireproof and providing a concealed, unobstructed housing for pulling cable to a location. Conduit is, however, difficult to relocate and, therefore, relatively inflexible. It is also expensive and requires extensive planning to run the proper sizes to the correct locations. Rack Method Racks, sometimes called cable trays, are aluminium or steel assemblies that resemble ladders. They are attached to the building wall for vertical cable runs and to the ceiling for horizontal runs. Cables are laid along the rack and tied to its horizontal support members, as shown above. The rack method is preferred when large numbers of cables are used. The size and number of cables for installation determines the size of the rack. Racks allow easy placing of cable and eliminate the problems associated with pulling cables through conduits. However, cable racks and supports are expensive. This method leaves cables exposed, is difficult to fire stop and is sometimes not aesthetically acceptable. Figure 3.3 Conduit method Figure 3.4 Rack method Step 4 Determine the supporting structures required Provide required supports, beams, angles, hangers, rods, bases, braces, straps, struts, and other items to properly support the cable. Supports shall meet the approval of the Owner's Representative. Modify studs, add studs, add framing, or otherwise reinforce studs in metal stud walls and partitions as required to suit the installation. If necessary, in stud walls, provide special supports from the floor to the structure above. For pre-cast panels/planks and metal decks, support all communication cables to the satisfaction of the owner's representative. Provide heavy gauge steel mounting plates for mounting contract work. Mounting plates shall span two or more studs. The size, gauge, and strength of any mounting plates used shall be sufficient for the size, weight, and desired rigidity of the cable(s) being installed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 62

68 Copper cabling system Building distributors EIA/TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors. Table 2.16 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market Patch panels, racks and cabinets for backbone cabling Refer to paragraphs and for information on patch panels and for information on racks and cabinets suitable for use in BDs and CDs for backbone applications. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 63

69 Copper cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 14.0 Safety and pre-installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick, error-free installation that minimises risk to the installer, his equipment and the end user. It covers matters relating to: safety use of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures. Refer to paragraphs 5.1 to for guidance on safety and 5.2 for guidance on planning the installation Pathway planning Refer to paragraph 5.2 for guidance on planning cable pathways 14.2 Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process. Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance. Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO/IEC 11801, EN50173, EN50174 and ANSI/TIA/EIA Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense cable supplied on a reel. The reel(s) are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding. Alternatively, the reel(s) can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end. When pulling cable from a reel, it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel Cable in boxes Cable supplied in boxes can be pulled straight from the box. Care should be taken to pull the cable smoothly to avoid twisting and kinking the cable. If necessary secure the box(es) to prevent them from being pulled along the floor as the cable is dispensed Volition horizontal copper cable construction/sheath colour code Volition horizontal copper cables have either a PVC or a low smoke zero halogen sheath. In both cases the sheath is coloured green. Category 5E and Category 6 cables are constructed as shown in Figures 3.5 and 3.6, The installation specification for each is shown in table 3.4. Detailed specifications for each cable are included in Part 6. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 64

70 Copper cabling system Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Foil twisted pair (FTP) Screened foil twisted pair (SFTP) PVC or LSZH sheath Tinned copper braid Aluminium shield Tinned copper drain wire 0,51mm Ø copper Water repellent tape 0,51mm Ø copper Polyethylene insulation 0,9mm Ø Figure 3.5 Category 5E cable constructions PVC or LSZH sheath Tinned copper drain wire Tinned copper braid Aluminium shield 0,53mm Ø copper Water repellent tape 0,63mm Ø copper Polyethylene insulation 1,2mm Ø Figure 3.6 Category 6 cable constructions Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 65

71 Copper cabling system Cable type Table 3.4 Horizontal copper cable installation specification Minimum bend radius (mm) Short term/long term Nominal cable diameter (mm) Nominal cable weight (kg/km) Maximum pulling load (N) Cat 5E UTP 40/20 5, Cat 5E FTP 50/25 6, Cat 6 UTP 52/26 6, Cat 6 FTP 58/29 7, Cat 6 SFTP 60/30 7, Volition horizontal copper cable conductor colour code Table 3.5 gives the fibre colour coding details of Volition horizontal cable Table 3.5 Colour coding Pair Number Colour 1 White blue/blue 2 White orange/orange 3 White green/green 4 White brown/brown 14.3 Cable pulling It is essential that Volition copper cables are never subjected to a bend tighter than the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded. The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load (during the pulling operation) or unloaded (after the pulling operation). Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod. The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place. The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route Preparing Volition cable for pulling As a guide, up to 12 horizontal Volition copper cables can be pulled at a time. If the route is short (<30m) and straight with easy access to the cable path, the cable may be pulled off the reel and laid into place directly without accessing the strength members. Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable is not damaged or kinked as this could impair the transmission performance of the cable. For routes that require the cable to be pulled into position, it is important that the load is applied to all the cables and distributed through all the conductors evenly. This will prevent stretching of the conductors and damage to the cable sheath Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 66

72 Copper cabling system The following procedure should be followed: 1. Strip the sheaths of the cables approximately 30cm. 2. Tape over the sheaths of the cables to form a single bundle 3. Group the conductors in all the cables and twist them together. 4. Form the twisted conductors into a loop, taping the conductors alongside the cables. 5. Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot. 6. Tape over the entire assembly make a smooth and compact pulling end Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable The construction of fibre backbone cable makes the cable sheath less susceptible to being stretched and if the route is short (<30m) and straight, this will only require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope. The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent it getting caught. As a guide, backbone cables of 48 fibres and above are normally installed individually although where space and the nature of the route permits, it is possible to pull more than one cable at a time. For long and or difficult routes, the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath. In such cases the following procedure should be adopted: 1. Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 50cm. 2. Cut the fibres at the cable jacket and either 3. Group the aramid yarn into two bunches 4. Weave the two bunches to create a loop, twisting the ends 5. Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot 6. Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end, or 7. Attach the central strength member to the pulling rope using a suitable attachment In both cases if a winch is being used to pull the cable, a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded Installing Volition fibre backbone cable Refer to paragraph 6.0 for detailed information on installing Volition fibre backbone cable. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 67

73 Copper cabling system for voice 16.0 Installing Volition copper horizontal cable 16.1 Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling, in a wall or under a floor. Where multiple supports are being used, each support should be filled to its maximum fill ratio before using the next support. Where cable trays or conduits are stacked, the top support should be filled to its maximum before cable is installed on the lower supports. The cable should take the most practical direct route, ensuring that the maximum permitted link length (90m), minimum bend radius specification and maximum pulling load is never exceeded. Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation. Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath. Follow the instructions given in paragraph If the route incorporates tight bends or obstruction points, extra help should be deployed in these areas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped. This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable. Use cable lubricant in sufficient quantity to reduce pulling friction to acceptable levels on: long pulls inside conduit, pulls of multiple cables into a single small bore conduit, on conduit runs greater than 30m with bends of opposing directions and in conduit runs that exceed 180 degrees of accumulated bends. The use of tensile rated cords (e.g. fishing line) should be considered for difficult or questionable pulls. Cable tie wraps shall be used such that they can spin freely on cable bundles. Over-tightening and crushing of cables can affect the transmission performance of the cable. After installation, ensure a minimum of 1,5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link (i.e., patch panel/splice box and outlet) for termination of the one-click jack. Note: Interior grade twisted pair data cables are not designed for high humidity environments or immersion in water, liquids or solvents. Moisture entering the under the sheath of a cable can cause deterioration of the short term and long term electrical properties of the cable causing the cable to fail the ISO/IEC performance criteria. Interior grade cable must not be installed in areas where water, liquid or solvent ingress is possible. Likewise physical damage or stress beyond the prescribed installation parameters (tension and minimum bend radius) is also likely to impact the cable performance and/or cable lifetime. If 3M data cables are exposed to water or other liquids such as paints or solvents, or physically damaged by other means such as crushing or excessive stress then the cable should be removed and replaced by new undamaged product Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard-to-get-to locations, or to route the cable past obstructions. The rod is attached to the strength members of the cables being installed. Depending on the nature of the location, the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods. The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached. These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 68

74 Copper cabling system Pull cords Generally, pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit, or by placing them along a cable support (cable tray) with a rod. It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under-floor trunking systems, conduit systems and access floor systems. Except for conduit systems, cable routes should either run parallel to, or perpendicular to, the building lines. Under-floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunking or duct running from the telecommunications closet to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor. The trunking generally extends at 90-degree angles from the telecommunications closet and feeds into junction boxes. Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations that are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor. Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms. However, they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles. Cable support systems such as cable trays, or conduit, shall be employed. When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space, every two to three tiles should be removed for access. This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc. and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area. The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located, or dropped down a wall cavity. Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity is generally not difficult. A rod may be used or even a string tied to a weight. A rod is most suitable for insulated walls Cable preparation in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted: Do not untwist cable pairs more than 0.5 in. when terminating. 1. Trim any excess cable so that the conductors are flush with the end of the cable sheath 2. Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath 30mm from the end of the cable. 4. Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable sheath to expose the conductors 5. Do not untwist cable pairs until ready to install the one-click jack 6. Follow the instructions included with the jack to complete the termination 17.0 Installing patch panels splice boxes and wall/floor outlets Follow the instructions supplied with the patch panel, splice box and wall/floor outlet carefully. Where grease filled indoor/outdoor cable has been used it is recommended where possible that the cables enter from below. This is to minimise the flow of grease out of the cable. Care should be taken to ensure that the 25mm minimum bend radius of the fibre in the termination area is not exceeded when the socket is placed into its final position. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 69

75 Copper cabling system for voice 18.0 RJ45 jack installation The RJ45 Giga, K5E or K6 RJ45 jacks are used at both ends of the link. Follow the installation instructions supplied with jack carefully. It is important when installing the jack to use the correct wiring code and to maintain the twist in each pair of conductors as close to the idc contacts in the jack as possible. To meet the conditions of the warranty, the jack must be installed in a 3M approved patch panel or telecommunications outlet RCP 2000 or STG 2000 module installation The RCP 2000 or STG 2000 module is used at the FD or BD. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the module carefully. It is important when installing the module to use the correct wiring code and to maintain the twist in each pair of conductors as close to the idc contacts in the module as possible. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 70

76 Copper voice cabling system 20.0 Testing Upon completion of the installation, the horizontal copper cabling system must be tested in accordance with the procedure described below. Tests shall be performed using a level II field tester as defined in ISO/IEC The backbone fibre cabling system shall be tested in accordance with the instructions given in paragraph Test equipment requirements It is important to note that the latest editions of ISO/IEC and EN and EIA/TIA 568 all now require the permanent link to be tested and not the basic link as in previous editions. The difference is significant. The permanent link does not include the patchcords at each end of the system (Figure 3.7). Many older testers on the market are not capable of making the new permanent link test. It is essential that the test equipment used is capable of making a permanent link test in accordance with the requirements of the latest edition of the standards Link and channel definition Both the International Standard ISO/IEC and the European Standard EN define a permanent link and a channel. The permanent link is the permanently installed part of the cabling. The channel is the full end to end connection including the equipment and work area cables (note however that the channel does not include the loss attributable to the equipment connectors). Figure 3.7 shows how the definitions of channel and permanent link apply to the backbone and horizontal cabling. Horizontal Channel Horizontal Permanent Link TE C C C C TO DP BD DP TO C TE Building Distributor Distribution Point Telecommunications Outlet Connection Terminal Equipment Figure 3.7 Permanent link and channel of horizontal cabling Testing requirements Testing shall be performed using an automatic tester or scanner. The following parameters of the link shall be verified: Headroom report (The worst-case margin for a parameter determined by the selected standard (this may be NEXT, ACR, PSNEXT, or another measurement.) Wire map Resistance Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 71

77 Copper cabling system Link length Insertion loss Return loss Near end crosstalk (NEXT) Power sum near end crosstalk (PSNEXT) Equal level far end crosstalk (ELFEXT) Power sum equal level far end crosstalk (PSELFEXT) Attenuation to crosstalk ratio (ACR) Power sum attenuation to crosstalk ratio (PS ACR) Delay Skew Impedance DC loop resistance A wire map test is intended to verify correct pin termination at each end of the link and to check for connection errors in the installation. For each of the conductors in the cable, and the screen(s), if any, the conductor map indicates: continuity to the remote end shorts between any two or more conductors/screen(s) transposed pairs reversed pairs split pairs any other connection errors. A reversed pair occurs when the polarity of one wire pair is reversed at one end of the link. Note this is also sometimes referred to as a tip and ring reversal Correct pairing A transposed pair occurs when the two conductors in a wire pair are connected to the position for a different pair at the remote connection. Note transposed pairs are sometimes referred to as crossed pairs. Split pairs occur when pin to pin continuity is maintained but physical pairs are separated. Figure 32 gives an illustration of all three conditions. Reversed pair Transposed pair Split pairs Figure 3.8 Incorrect pairing Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 72

78 Copper cabling system 20.4 Performance requirements Each permanent link shall meet the requirements for Class D or Class E link as defined in ISO/IEC Alternatively if specified by the customer, each permanent link shall meet the requirements for a Category 6 link as defined in EIA/TIA 568 The Class D and Class E permanent link requirements are summarised in Tables 3.6 and 3.7 and for Category 5E and 6 link requirements, Tables 3.8 and 3.9. It should be noted that values are only given for frequencies of specific interest. Between these frequency values the performance requirements must be calculated using the formulae given in ISO/IEC Automatic testers calculate the intermediate values using the software imbedded in the machine and display the results graphically and in tabular format. Table 3.6 Class D permanent link performance requirements Frequency (MHz) Maximum IL (db) Minimum RL (db) Minimum NEXT (db) Minimum PS NEXT (db) Minimum EL FEXT (db) Minimum PS ELFEXT (db) Minimum ACR (db) Minimum PS ACR (db) Maximum Skew (ns) Maximum Propagation delay (µs) 1 4,0 19,0 60,0 57,0 58,6 55,6 56,0 53,0 44 0, ,7 19,0 45,2 42,0 34,5 31,5 37,5 34,5 44 0, ,4 12,0 32,3 29,3 18,6 15,6 11,9 8,9 44 0,491 Note: DC loop resistance shall be 21Ω Table 3.7 Class E permanent link performance requirements Frequency (MHz) Maximum IL (db) Minimum RL (db) Minimum NEXT (db) Minimum PS NEXT (db) Minimum EL FEXT (db) Minimum PS ELFEXT (db) Minimum ACR (db) Minimum PS ACR (db) Maximum Skew (ns) Maximum Propagation delay (µs) 1 4,0 21,0 65,0 62,0 64,2 61,2 61,0 58,0 44 0, ,1 20,0 54,6 52,2 40,1 37,1 47,5 45,1 44 0, ,5 14,0 41,8 39,3 24,2 21,2 23,3 20,8 44 0, ,7 10,0 35,3 32,7 16,2 13,2 4,7 2,0 44 0,490 Note: DC loop resistance shall be 21Ω Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 73

79 Copper cabling system Table 3.8 Category 5E UTP permanent link performance requirements Frequency (MHz) Maximum IL (db) Minimum RL (db) Minimum NEXT (db) Minimum PS NEXT (db) Minimum EL FEXT (db) Minimum PS ELFEXT (db) Minimum ACR (db) Minimum PS ACR (db) Maximum Skew (ns) Maximum Propagation delay (µs) 1 2,0 20,0 65,3 64,0 63,8 60,8 n/a n/a 45 0, ,3 25,0 47,2 44,2 39,7 36,7 n/a n/a 45 (1) 0,545 (1) ,1 20,1 35,3 32,3 23,8 20,8 n/a n/a 45 0,538 (1) at 10MHz Table 3.9 Category 6 UTP permanent link performance requirements Frequency (MHz) Maximum IL (db) Minimum RL (db) Minimum NEXT (db) Minimum PS NEXT (db) Minimum EL FEXT (db) Minimum PS ELFEXT (db) Minimum ACR (db) Minimum PS ACR (db) Maximum Skew (ns) Maximum Propagation delay (µs) 1 3,0 19,1 65,0 62,0 64,2 61,2 62,0 59, ,1 23,9 54,6 52,2 40,1 37,1 47,6 45, ,6 14,0 41,8 39,3 24,2 21,2 23,4 20, ,1 10,0 35,3 32,7 16,2 13,2 4,6 1, Testing procedure It is important before commencing any testing to ensure that the test equipment hardware is correctly configured and that the correct link interface adapter cords are being used. This is particularly important when testing Class E/Category 6 link performance. Table 3.10 gives details of the hardware configuration to be used for the most popular testers. For other testers consult 3M for advice before testing. In addition to the hardware configuration of the test equipment, the correct information regarding the link performance standard being tested to and the type of cable used for the permanent link must be entered into the tester. For accurate distance and resistance measurements it is also necessary to enter a value for the nominal velocity of propagation (NVP) for the cable. Finally, ensure that the equipment is calibrated correctly. Master-slave units normally need to be calibrated to each other so it is important not to mix units unless this is taken into consideration. Once the correct set up, self test and calibration instructions have been followed, testing can begin. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 74

80 Copper cabling system Follow the tester manufacturers instructions carefully. For guidance a typical auto test sequence is given below: 1. Attach the appropriate link interface adapters to the master and slave units. 2. Turn on the slave. 3. Connect the slave to the far end of the cable link 4. Turn the switch on the master unit to AUTOTEST. 5. Verify that the settings displayed are correct. You can change these settings in the SETUP mode. 6. Connect the master unit to the near end of the cable link. 7. Start the Auto test. Table 3.10 Class D and E Test set configuration requirements Fluke DSP 4000, 4100 & 4300 Setup Software, Standard version & PC Software Get the latest versions on Fluke Networks Web Site : 3M Volition Solution ClassD/Class E / Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link UTP GIGA UTP UTP FTP FFTP SSTP GIGA FTP or STP GIGA STP FFTP or SSTP UTP K6 UTP UTP FTP FFTP SSTP K6 FTP or STP K6 STP FFTP or SSTP DSP-LIA101S & DSP- PM03 or PM03 DSP-LIA101S & PM02 or PM25 or PM06 DSP-LIA101S & DSP- PM01 or PM06 DSP-LIA012S or DSP-LIA013 in combination with the 3M Volition patch cords FLUKE OMNISCANNER LT, I & II Setup Software, Standard version & PC Software Get the latest versions on Fluke Networks Web Site : 3M Volition Solution Class D/Class E / Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link UTP GIGA UTP UTP FTP GIGA FTP or FFTP STP FFTP or SSTP SSTP GIGA STP UTP K6 UTP UTP FTP FFTP SSTP K6 FTP or STP K6 STP FFTP or SSTP Note: Personality module DSP-PM06 is preferred. DSP-LIA101S & DSP- PM03 or PM06 DSP-LIA101S & DSP- PM02 or PM25 or PM06 DSP-LIA101S & DSP- PM or in combination with the 3M Volition patch cords Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 75

81 Copper cabling system AGILENT WIRESCOPE 350 Setup Software, Standard version & PC Software Get the latest versions on Agilent Web Site : 3M Volition Solution Class D/Class E / Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link UTP GIGA UTP UTP FTP GIGA FTP or FFTP STP FFTP or SSTP SSTP GIGA STP UTP K6 UTP UTP FTP K6 FTP or STP FFTP or FFTP SSTP SSTP K6 STP N N2604A-100 in combination with the 3M Volition patch cords IDEAL LANTEK 6 & 7 Setup Software,Standard version & PC Software Get the latest versions on Ideal Web Site : 3M Volition Solution Class D/Class E / Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link UTP GIGA UTP UTP FTP GIGA FTP or FFTP STP FFTP or SSTP SSTP GIGA STP UTP K6 UTP UTP FTP K6 FTP or STP FFTP or FFTP SSTP SSTP K6 STP CAT6LADP-C6-0001in combination with the 3M Volition patch cords IDEAL LT8600 Setup Software,Standard version & PC Software Get the latest versions on Ideal Web Site : 3M Volition Solution ClassD/Class E / Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link UTP GIGA UTP UTP FTP GIGA FTP or FFTP STP FFTP or SSTP SSTP GIGA STP UTP K6 UTP UTP FTP K6 FTP or STP FFTP or FFTP SSTP SSTP K6 STP B6IDEAL001 LT8 CHANNEL in combination with the 3M Volition patch cords Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 76

82 Copper cabling system CP (optional) SD SD FD TO Link interface adapter Master Slave Figure 3.9 Test configuration 20.6 Test report Test results for all links need to be stored and upon completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced. The contents of the test report shall include at least the following information: system location testing date name of person(s) performing test performance details of each link tested. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 77

83 Copper voice cabling system PART 4 COPPER VOICE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING 21.0 Introduction to voice cabling systems Although this section deals specifically with voice cabling, many of the market drivers that have lead to the development of structured cabling for data transmission are just as relevant. The requirement for flexibility in office space places just as much demand on the voice cabling system as it does on the data cabling system. Each access point must deliver voice as well as data and it must be possible to rearrange telephones and workstations quickly without having to dismantle wall or ceiling voids. The result of this is that the cabling system used for carrying voice is very often installed alongside the data cabling system with the telephone jack either co-located in the same outlet as the data point or adjacent to it. When installing a Volition fibre cabling system the installer has two options with regard to the structure of the voice system and two options with regard to the type of cable he uses. The type of fibre system being installed will influence the most suitable option in each case. If a distributed architecture is being used for the fibre data network, then it is recommended that a distributed architecture be used for the voice network. Building and floor distributors can be shared and if a data grade (i.e. Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω copper) cable is used and the wiring scheme detailed in table 4.12 followed, the system can be used for both voice and data. This can be achieved by patching the horizontal copper cabling to the fibre backbone cabling. If however a centralised architecture is being installed for the fibre data network then either a distributed or a centralised architecture can be used for the voice network. The distributed network option would entail the provision of distribution points, however there would be little flexibility since there would be no access to the fibre backbone. In this case, a centralised architecture and the use of a voice grade cable is recommended. Installing a centralised voice network would not require the provision of distribution points and would therefore augment the benefits offered by collapsing the data network backbone. In both cases voice grade cable would be used. Note that in this section the term voice is only applicable for circuits carrying signals up to 144kbps (e.g. basic rate ISDN). Higher speed voice circuits carrying multiple voice channels (i.e. 30 channels or more) are not covered. Paragraph 22 gives further details of the different cabling options available to the installer Overview Although ISO/IEC 11801, EN and EIA/TIA 568 all give similar descriptions of Generic Cabling, none cover the provision of voice cabling in any detail. Figure 1.1 shows the structure of generic cabling given in ISO/IEC but this cannot be easily applied to the voice model. Figure 4.1 shows a typical structure for voice cabling. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 78

84 Copper voice cabling system BD FD MDF PABX MDF/ID F DP TO telephone backbone cabling Voice cabling system horizontal cabling work area cabling Figure 4.1 Structure of voice cabling Where: MDF Main Distribution Frame IDF Intermediate Distribution Frame PABX Private Automatic Branch Exchange DP Distribution Point TO Telecommunications Outlet Cross Connect Point Note that in the figure the BD is expanded to show the MDF and PABX, the DP now represents the FD Voice network topologies Unlike the situation with data, voice-cabling systems have always followed a simple point-to-point star topology as shown in Figure Network Protocols Fundamentally, voice networks can carry two types of signal analogue or digital. Analogue signals are essentially for voice transmission but can also be used (with the addition of a modem) for the transfer of data e.g. Group 3 fax. The signal is usually carried over a single pair of conductors. Digital signals have the advantage that they carry coded information, which means that various types of information can be carried simultaneously. ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) is one example of digital transmission that can transmit all the major types of communications (voice, data, video, Group 4 fax etc). Other systems have been developed on a proprietary basis and are typically linked to the PABX supplier. One advantage of ISDN is that as it is internationally standardised, this means that equipment from different manufacturers will work together. Proprietary systems will only work with equipment supplied from one manufacturer Pulse code modulation (PCM) This is the most common method of encoding an analogue voice signal into a digital bit stream. It involves sampling the voice signal at a constant rate (8kbps). Each time the signal is sampled the Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 79

85 Copper voice cabling system amplitude of the signal is encoded into an eight bit word corresponding to the nearest standard or discrete level determined by the encoding technique. The basic transmission rate is derived from the number of simultaneous conversations (or voice channels) transmitted in a frame of information, the number of frames transmitted in a second and the sampling rate. In Europe, there are thirty-two channels to a frame giving an overall transmission rate of 2,048Mbps (the E1 rate). In North America there are only twenty-four channels in a frame, which results in an overall transmission rate of 1,544Mbps (the T1 rate) Time division multiplexing (TDM) This is a technique for transmitting a number of separate digital bit streams simultaneously by interleaving fragments of each stream one after the other. It is this way that the E1 and T1 bit streams are developed and the way in which they can be extended to increase the number of channels being carried simultaneously. Table 37 shows the hierarchy of transmission rates. Hierarchical level Europe/North America Table 4.1 Hierarchy of digital transmission rates No of voice channels Europe/North America E1/T1 30/24 2/1,5 E2/T2 120/96 8/6,3 E3/T3 480/672 34/45 E4/T4 1920/ /274 E5 7, Nominal transfer rate (Mbps) Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) ISDN is a digital system, which has been available for over a decade. The system allows data to be transmitted simultaneously across the world using end-to-end digital connectivity. With ISDN, voice and data are carried by bearer channels (B channels) occupying a bandwidth of 64 kbps. Some switches limit B channels to a capacity of 56 Kbps. A data channel (D channel) handles signalling at 16 Kbps or 64 Kbps, depending on the service type There are two basic types of ISDN service: Basic Rate Interface (BRI) and Primary Rate Interface (PRI). BRI consists of two 64 kbps B channels and one 16 kbps D channel for a total of 144 kbps. This basic service is intended to meet the needs of most individual users. PRI is intended for users with greater capacity requirements. Typically, in the US, the channel structure is 23 B channels plus one 64 kbps D channel for a total of 1536 kbps. In Europe, PRI consists of 30 B channels plus one 64 kbps D channel for a total of 1984 kbps. Basic rate ISDN (2B+D) Basic Rate ISDN is often also known, more technically, as a "2B+D" service. This means you get two "B" channels over each of which you can place or receive a call. These "B" channels run at 64kbps in both directions simultaneously. The B channels are also referred to as Bearer channels because they bear, or carry, the customer's signal. The third channel, the "D" channel, is there primarily to carry the dialling or signalling information from the ISDN terminal to the public telephone exchange or to the ISDN PBX. The Basic Rate "D" channel runs at 16Kbps Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 80

86 Copper voice cabling system The service from the serving local exchange is usually provided over a single twisted pair. Primary rate ISDN Primary Rate ISDN provides thirty (twenty three in the U.S.) "B" channels each working at 64kbps and a "D" or dialling channel this time working at 64Kbps. The service from the serving local exchange is usually provided over a screened copper or fibre optic cable xdsl A generic term given to various Digital Subscriber Line protocols and equipment used to increase the operating speed of the access network. The originating protocol was Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL), a protocol originally specified at 2Mbps to the subscriber s premises and 64kbps back. Subsequent developments worked at higher speeds and are known as HDSL (High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line) and VDSL (Very High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line), which works at 26Mbps to the subscriber and 2Mbps back ITU-T V series recommendations This series of recommendations has been produced by the International Telecommunication Union and deal with data communications operation over the telephone network. The series covers a broad range of applications some examples of which are listed below: Further information can be obtained at the ITU web site at V.24 For communication between data terminal equipment (DTE) and data communications equipment (DCE) V.25 Automatic calling and/or answering equipment V.29 Virtually all 9.6kbps modems adhere to this standard. V.29 can be full duplex on 4 wireleased circuits or half duplex on 2 wire and dial up circuits. It is also the modulation technique used in group 3 fax. V.32 For 9.6kbps modems operating on 2-wire dial up circuits. Also provides fall back operation at 4.8kbps Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 81

87 Copper voice cabling system 22 0 Voice system architectures The following paragraphs give general guidelines on designing a voice cabling system. They include definitions and descriptions of the various elements of the system and specify maximum link lengths where appropriate. They also include the minimum requirements that have to be met in order to satisfy the requirements for a Volition Cabling System 20 year warranty (see Part 5) Distributed versus centralised architecture As previously discussed in paragraph 21, voice cabling can be designed using a distributed or centralised architecture. However with voice cabling, there are two distinctive differences i.e. unless the voice network is required to support both data and voice, there are no restrictions on link lengths there is not (normally) any remote electronics to be sited on the floor Options are given below for the two types of architecture Voice cabling systems and subsystems Paragraphs define the various elements of the voice cabling, Figures 4.2 and 4.3 show the differences between distributed and centralised voice cabling Incoming cable Although not part of the building cabling, the incoming cable extends from the local exchange or central office to the MDF in the BD. In most cases the incoming cables will be terminated on an area of the MDF that is designated to the provider of the service Private branch exchange (PBX) cabling The private branch exchange cabling connects the PBX (or switch) normally located within the BD to the MDF. It includes the cable, the connections at the MDF and the PBX Backbone cabling The backbone cabling extends from the MDF in the BD to the DP(s). It includes the backbone cables the termination of the backbone cable (at both the MDF and the DP) and the cross connects at the MDF Horizontal cabling The horizontal cabling extends from the DP(s) to the TO(s). It includes the cable, the termination of the cable at the DP, the cross connections at the DP and the TO(s). The work area cables are not included as part of the horizontal cabling. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 82

88 Copper voice cabling system TO TO DP TO DP PBX MDF IDF To Local Exchange Figure 4.2 Distributed cabling architecture TO TO TO TO TO TO PBX MDF IDF To Local Exchange Figure 4.3 Centralised cabling architecture 22.3 Interfaces to the cabling system Cabling system interfaces are located each end of the subsystem. Appropriate electronic equipment can be connected at these points. Figure 4.4 shows potential interfaces at the MDF and the TO. Incoming Cable MDF DP TO Equipment Cross Connect Point Figure 4.4 Interfaces to the voice cabling system Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 83

89 Copper voice cabling system 22.4 Link design criteria The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Volition voice cabling system Maximum link lengths Unless the system is required to support data (in which case the 90m maximum link length rule should be observed) within a building there is no restriction on the maximum length of a link. This is true irrespective of whether the system will be carrying analogue or digital voice circuits and for transmission speeds up to 144kbps. Where voice service is carried between buildings at higher speeds e.g. 30 channel PCM at 2Mbps then there may well be a restriction on the link length related to the type of cable being used. Although not within the scope of this manual, link lengths up to 2km are likely to be achievable for transmission rates up to 2Mbps when the appropriate cable is used. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 84

90 Copper voice cabling system 23.0 Planning guidelines The following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition voice cabling system. The same approach should be adopted irrespective of whether a distributed or a centralised cabling architecture is being used. However where a centralised architecture is being deployed there are no DPs on the floor. However transition points can be included if required. For technical as well as safety reasons, 3M recommend the separation of Volition copper voice cable from power cabling. This is particularly important if the cable may be required to carry data. This can be achieved either through use of a separate cable support structure or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure. Table 3.1 taken from EIA/TIA 569 gives guidelines on the separation distance required. In addition, where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall, floor or other barrier, it is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used Horizontal cabling The horizontal cabling is the first element of the system to be considered. From the floor layout drawing (Figure 2.2) showing the positions of the outlets, determine the best location for the DP or transition point. Factors that should be considered with regard to DP location are:- link length restrictions position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable position in relation to any floor distributor located on the same floor position in relation to DPs on other floors size in relation to number of anticipated TOs Having decided on the best position for the DP, plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point (TO). The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements given in Table 3.4. Generally the TO should provide a minimum of one interface for voice and one for data. In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly. Open office cabling, sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an option and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point. Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building Distribution points Depending on the horizontal cabling being used, distribution points can be planned using either "punch down" type modules mounted on a frame or RJ45 jacks mounted in a patch panel. Punch down modules e.g. from the RCP or SID product range will give optimum density. RJ45 jacks, whether installed discretely into or integrated into a patch panel will result in a lower density Transition points A transition point can be used when using a centralised architecture and it is required to "drop off" pairs from a large pair count backbone cable. In such cases a cross-connect point (DP) is not typically provided on each floor. Instead permanent jumpers are used between punch down modules to interconnect between the backbone and the horizontal cable. The cross connection point in this case is provided on the MDF. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 85

91 Copper voice cabling system Patch panels for distribution points The Volition range of copper patch panels covers a variety of configurations (see ). Table 4.2 shows the maximum density that can be obtained using the (25 ports in 1U) and (50 ports in 1U) Category 3 patch panels. Note that it is also permitted to install Category 5E/6 patch panels if desired and if the appropriate cable is being used. This will result in a lower port density being achieved (depending on the patch panel being used). It is essential that adequate patchcord management features be provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded. These features can be provided on the front face of the rack, using the P33340AA0000 (1U) and/or P33345AA0000 (2U) cable management panels. 1U of cable management space should be provided for every 25 ports to be patched. Alternatively, if 800mm wide racks are being used from the QVSL range, cable management rings that locate on each side of the rack should be used. TOs 19 Rack space (U) using Table 4.2 Patch panel requirements Rack space (U) including cable management 19 Rack space (U) using and Rack space (U) including cable management Punch down blocks for distribution points Using punch down blocks (modules) at the DP will result in the greatest port density. A variety of modules are available and part 6 describes each type in detail. It is essential to choose the correct mounting frame for the block that is being used. Table 4.3 compares the key features of the different module types. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 86

92 Copper voice cabling system Table 4.3 Punch down block selection table Block type RCP 2000 STG 2000 SID - C SID - CT QSA - 2 Category 5 (155Mhz) 5 (100Mhz) 3 (2Mbps) 3 (2Mbps) 8 pair yes yes yes yes no 10 pair no yes yes yes yes Connection yes yes yes yes yes Disconnection yes yes yes yes yes Switching yes yes yes yes Wire handling 0,4-0,8 0,4-0,8 0,32-0,8 0,32-0,8 0,4-0,8 Wires/slot Vertical pitch ,5 17,5 (1) or 22,5 22,5 (mm) Backmount CIPE or RIBE CIPE or RIBE SID - C SID C or QSA/LSA (2) type LSA (2) Surge protection yes yes yes yes yes Notes: 1. 17,5mm pitch is obtained with SID-C backmount only 2. Compatible with the Krone LSA+ system Racks and cabinets for distribution points 3M offer several ranges of floor standing and wall-mounted racks and cabinets. To complement this a large number of accessories are also available many of which are not included in this manual. Some racks are supplied pre-assembled whilst others are in kit form ready for assembly on site. Parts are also available separately allowing the planner to design and specify precisely the format and size of the rack or cabinet required. Table 4.4 lists the various options available Table 4.4 Rack and cabinet selection table Model Range Type Application Height Range (mm) Kit or Pre assembled QVSL Basic Floor standing Kit/Pre QVSL Server Floor standing Pre QVSL Mini Floor standing Pre QVSL Compact Floor or wall Pre QVSN Floor standing QSA 2/SID CT and SID C 2000 Pre QWG Floor or wall QSA 2/SID CT and SID C 1100 Pre BT Type 500 Wall QSA 2/SID CT and SID C Pre VKA Wall Pre Double 19 Wall Pre Single 19 Wall Pre BCCS Floor standing Kit Pico Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 87

93 Copper voice cabling system Sub-racks for mounting modules into 19 format If space is limited then sub-racks offer an ideal way to increase density. Sub-racks can be fitted into any of the above racks or cabinets having a 19 mounting format. Table 4.5 Sub-rack selection table Model No. Sub-rack Type Height (U) Module Type Capacity FlexiRail SID - C 3 SID-C FlexiRail SID - QSA 3 QSA Frames for distribution points 3M offer several different floor standing and wall-mounted frame designs for use at the distribution point. Most of the frames are single sided and need securing to a supporting wall, however the Type 108 can be assembled back to back to make it double sided and free standing. For very large installations it is also possible to select a frame from table 46. If appearance is important, then ABS or steel covers with plain or glass fronted doors are available (see Part 6). Table 4.6 Frame selection table Model Range Type Application Height Range (mm) Kit or Pre assembled BT Type 108 Floor/free standing QSA 2/SID - CT (10 pair) Kit BT Type 205 Floor standing QSA 2/SID - CT (10 pair) 1980 Kit RIBE Floor/wall RCP (8 pair) Kit/Pre CIPE Floor/wall STG (8 and 10 pair) Kit QVG Wall SID C Kit/Pre Telecommunications outlets Outlets can be located on the wall, floor or elsewhere in the work area (e.g. in trunking on pillars or posts or in custom modular furniture). The cabling shall be planned in such a way that the outlets will be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the jack provided. A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 88

94 Copper voice cabling system Table 4.7 Telecommunications outlet selection table Outlet type Options Material Mounting Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) RJ 11 integrated 2, 4 or 6 contact grease filled ABS Flush/surface 50 x 55 x 22,5 RJ 11 faceplate For R J11 jack ABS Flush/surface 116 x 71 RJ 45 integrated 1 or 2 ports flush mounted ABS Flush 50 x 50 x 32 RJ 45 integrated 1 or 2 ports surface mounted ABS Surface 80 x 65 x 50 RJ 45 faceplate For 2 x RJ45 Giga ABS Flush/surface 80 x 80? RJ 45 faceplate For 45mm x 45mm module ABS Flush/surface 80 x 80? RJ 45 faceplate For 50mm x 50mm module ABS Flush/surface 80 x 80? PBM2 box For two 45 x 45 modules ABS Surface 80 x 150 x 42 PBM3 box For three 45 x 45 modules ABS Surface 80 x 205 x 42 Floor box For six 45mm x 45mm modules ABS Floor 170 x 20 x 88 Box For one 45mm x 45mm module ABS Surface 65 x 65 x 45 Box For one 50mm x50mm module ABS Surface 65 x 65 x 48 Box For 3 x 2 module mounting plates ABS Surface 132 x 170 x 60 Box For 4 x 2 module mounting plates ABS Surface 132 x 225 x 60 Box For 6 x 2 module mounting plates ABS Surface 132 x 339 x 60 Mounting plate 45mm x 45mm format ABS - Mounting plate 50mm x 50mm format ABS - Box Single row of two 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 140 x 48 Box Single row of four 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 230 x 48 Box Single row of seven 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 365 x 48 Box Single row of two 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 155 x 48 Box Single row of four 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 255 x 48 Box Single row of seven 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 80 x 405 x 48 Box Double row of three 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 185 x 60 Box Double row of five 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 275 x 60 Box Double row of seven 45 x 45 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 365 x 60 Box Double row of three 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 185 x 60 Box Double row of five 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 275 x 60 Box Double row of seven 50 x 50 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 365 x Backbone cabling The backbone cable is the second element of the voice system to be considered. From the building layout drawing, determine the best location for the building distributor and the associated main distribution frame (MDF) and or intermediate distribution frame (IDF). This may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building. Select the best route(s) to connect the MDF or IDF to the distribution points located on each floor Building distributors EIA/TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors. Table 2.16 in Part 2 suggests alternative sizes more suitable to the European market. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 89

95 Copper voice cabling system Frames for MDF applications For main distribution frame (MDF) applications in medium to large installations 3M offer several different floor standing frame designs. Some of the frames are single sided and need securing to a supporting wall whilst some designs e.g. the ID Multi, Types 105/6, 108 and the FAE can be assembled back to back making them double sided and free standing. For smaller installations the RIBE, CIPE, QVG and 500 ranges provide the planner with a wide choice of frames from which to select. If appearance is important, then ABS or steel covers with plain or glass fronted doors are available for the CIPE range (refer to Part 6). Table 4.8 Main distribution frame selection table Model Range Type Application Height Range (mm) Kit or Pre assembled ID Multi Floor/free standing QSA 2/SID - CT and SID C 2000 Kit/Pre BT Type 105/6 Free standing QSA 2/SID CT (10 pair) Kit BT Type 108 Floor/free standing QSA 2/SID - CT (10 pair) Kit BT Type 205 Floor standing QSA 2/SID - CT (10 pair) 1980 Kit BT Type 500 Wall QSA 2/SID - C (10 pair) 1000 Kit FAE Floor/free standing RCP (8 and 10 pair) Kit RIBE Floor/wall RCP (8 pair) Kit/Pre CIPE Floor/wall STG (8 and 10 pair) Kit QVG Wall SID C Kit/Pre Frames for IDF applications In many cases the service provider will have exclusive ownership of the MDF and terminate his cable directly onto it. It will then be necessary to provide a second frame, sometimes referred to as a redistribution frame or IDF to act as the building distributor. Jumpers are installed between the MDF and IDF. It is common but not essential for the MDF and the IDF to be located adjacent to each other (i.e. in the same room). Table 4.8 should be used to select the appropriate frame for the IDF application Racks for MDF and IDF applications Because the incoming cable from the service provider is terminated directly onto the MDF, it is more usual that an 8 or 10 pair module is used at this point. Modules have a greater pair density than 19 patch panels and have the added benefit that electrical protection (over voltage and/or over current) can easily be included if required. It is however quite feasible to use patch panels with RJ45 jacks as an IDF, patching between the frames using a hybrid patchcord Electrical protection The RCP 2000, STG 2000, SID C, SID CT and QSA modules all feature a range of over voltage and over current accessories. Protection may be in the form of a magazine, which will protect all the pairs in the module or in the form of a plug, which will provide individual pair protection IDC module blocks for MDF applications In addition to the 8 and 10 pair modules, 3M also offers the ID 3000 connection system which has a wide range of applications from medium to large telecommunications distribution frames to MDF's for analogue and digital exchanges. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 90

96 Copper voice cabling system The module, which meets the requirements of IEEE and IEEE for Ethernet and Token Ring, has double contacts for both line and jumper sides, housed in a removable disconnection element which clips into the wire guide housing. Offering high density and low weight, the design allows the installer to fit traditional blocks or individual modules onto the associated ID 3000 frame. Alternatively, the ID 3000 can be easily mounted horizontally or vertically on conventional existing frames. By using the new MDF frame design, the blocks or modules are mounted vertically on backmount frames. The installation of line and equipment blocks on the same vertical of the MDF results in faster jumpering and improved jumper management. The modular design of the system allows the replacement of individual 8 or 10 pair modules from a block without disturbing the remaining connections. To supplement the system 3M offers an extensive range of accessories for testing, labelling, patching and over voltage protection Centralised cabling TRANSITION POINT OPTIONAL CROSS CONNECT PABX INCOMING CABLE MAIN DISTRIBUTION FRAME Figure 4.5 Centralised voice cabling Installations using a centralised cabling architecture shall be planned using the same guidelines given in the preceding paragraphs. In this case, the horizontal cable can be pulled through from the TO to the BD without any intermediate transition point or distribution point. Alternatively, it is permissible to use a high pair count building backbone cable and join it to lower pair count horizontal cables at a transition point conveniently located in the building. The building backbone cable can be joined to the horizontal cable using any of the following: a) MS 2 modules b) RCP, STG, QSA2 or SID modules Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 91

97 Copper voice cabling system In all cases the transition point must promote orderly storage of the conductors such that the minimum bend radius requirement is maintained. The transition point shall also be capable of being labelled in accordance with the administration requirements outlined in paragraph 10. A centralised voice cabling architecture has maximum benefit when used in conjunction with an all fibre optic centralised data cabling architecture. The need for floor distributors accommodating data and voice cross connects and associated electronics can be eliminated thus saving costs associated with the provision of electrical and HVAC equipment and the floor space can be utilised for other purposes. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 92

98 Copper voice cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 24.0 Safety and pre-installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick, error-free installation that minimises risk to the installer, his equipment and the end user. It covers matters relating to: safety use of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures. Refer to paragraphs 5.1 to for guidance on safety and 5.2 for guidance on planning the installation Pathway planning Refer to paragraph 5.2 for guidance on planning cable pathways Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process. Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance. Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO/IEC 11801, EN50173, EN50174 and ANSI/TIA/EIA Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense cable supplied on a reel. The reel(s) are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding. Alternatively, the reel(s) can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end. When pulling cable from a reel, it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel Cable in boxes Cable supplied in boxes can be pulled straight from the box. Care should be taken to pull the cable smoothly to avoid twisting and kinking the cable. If necessary secure the box(es) to prevent them from being pulled along the floor as the cable is dispensed Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω cable construction and colour codes If using data grade cable for voice the Volition Category 5E or Category 6 horizontal copper cable should be used. These cables have either a PVC or a low smoke zero halogen sheath. In both cases the sheath is coloured green. Category 5E and Category 6 cables are constructed as shown in Figures 3.5 and 3.6, The installation specification for each is shown in table 3.4 and colour coding in table 3.5. A detailed specification is included in Part 6. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 93

99 Copper voice cabling system High pair count twisted pair cables for backbone and horizontal applications If a system is being installed for voice only, it is permissible to use twisted pair cables having a lower high frequency performance i.e. a voice grade cable. Table 4.9 lists the recommended cable types and sizes for both horizontal and backbone applications. Table 4.9 recommended cable types and sizes for voice only applications Cable construction Grade Conductor diameter (mm) Application 2 wire Voice 0,5 Jumpering 4 wire Voice 0,5 Horizontal 6wire Voice 0,5 Horizontal 2 x 4 pairs Category 5E 0,51 Backbone 8 x 4 pairs Category 5E 0,51 Backbone 16 x 4 pairs Category 5E 0,51 Backbone 40 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 50 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 100 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 200 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 300 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 400 wire Voice 0,5 Backbone 24.3 Cable pulling Although copper cables are perceived to be stronger and more robust than fibre cables, this is not typically true. The same general rules apply to both cable types and it is also essential that Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω copper cables are never subjected to a bend tighter than the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded. Failure to observe these simple precautions could result in the high frequency performance of the cable being compromised The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load (during the pulling operation) or unloaded (after the pulling operation). Where a voice only grade of twisted pair cable is being installed the requirements are less stringent. The main concern is that the cables should not be subjected to loads that could cause physical damage to the cable. Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod. The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place. The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route. CAUTION: Do not exceed the maximum pulling load of any cable Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 94

100 Copper voice cabling system Preparing Volition copper cable for pulling As a guide, up to 12 four-pair twisted 100Ω copper horizontal Volition cables can be pulled at a time. If the route is short (<30m) and straight with easy access to the cable path, the cables may be pulled from their boxes and laid into place directly without accessing the conductors. Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable sheath is not stretched or damaged and the cable itself is not deformed or distorted during the pulling operation as this could compromise the high frequency performance of the cable For longer or difficult routes, it is important that the load is applied evenly to the conductors of all the cables being pulled and not to the cable sheaths themselves. This will help to prevent stretching of the cable sheaths The following procedure must be adopted: 1. Strip the sheaths of the cables approximately 30cm. 2. Group the copper conductors and twist them together 3. Fold the twisted conductors back on themselves to create a loop twisting and taping the twisted conductors together 4. Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot. 5. Tape along the joint to make a smooth and compact pulling end Preparing voice grade horizontal twisted pair copper cable for pulling Although the construction of this type of cable is different from the Volition four-pair twisted copper cable and it offers a lower performance, it should be treated as described in the previous paragraph Preparing voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable for pulling The construction of this type of cable and its performance make it less susceptible to being damaged. High pair count cables (100 pairs and above) for backbone applications will only normally require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope. The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent it getting caught. As a guide, high pair count backbone cables are normally installed individually although where space and the nature of the route permits, it is possible to pull more than one cable at a time. For long and or difficult routes, as in the case of Volition four-pair twisted copper cable, the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath. In such cases the following procedure should be adopted: 1. Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 30cm. 2. Group the copper conductors and twist them together 3. Fold the twisted conductors back on themselves to create a loop twisting and taping the twisted conductors together 4. Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot. 5. Tape along the joint to make a smooth and compact pulling end. In both cases if a winch is being used to pull the cable, a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 95

101 Copper voice cabling system 25.0 Installing copper backbone cable Backbone cables can be installed in either closed or open shafts. Closed shafts are used to route cables from floor to floor through a sleeve, slot, or conduit that can be fire-stopped. Open shafts typically refer to distribution systems in older buildings where abandoned ventilation or elevator shafts are used for extending cables. Open shafts usually extend from the basement of a building to the top floor and have no separation between floors. Copper power cables and Volition copper cables must either be installed in separate shafts or in separate sections of the shaft. 3M recommend the use of closed shafts for Volition building backbone cable installation Installation procedure Refer to the cable manufacturer s installation specification for the cable being used before commencing the installation Decide whether the cable is to be dropped down from an upper floor, or pulled up from a lower floor. In both cases, safety is of prime importance. Loose cables should be tied off so as not to cause an obstruction. Cable reels should be secured so they cannot roll. If it has been decided that the cable will be dropped, ensure that the cable reel is equipped with a brake. If the cable is being pulled up through closed shafts, a key piece of equipment is a portable electric winch. Always follow the manufacturer s guidelines when operating this equipment. During installation, ensure that the minimum bend radius specification and the maximum pulling load of the cable are not exceeded. One way to ensure this is to first install an inner duct (usually manufactured from a corrugated material). Inner ducts come in a variety of plastics and should be specified to meet local flammability regulations. If an inner duct is not used, consideration should be given to using a breakaway swivel. If a winch is used in the pulling operation, a breakaway swivel should always be used and the pulling load applied to the cable strength member. Finally, ensure that the cable is secured on each floor. Generally, a split mesh grip that is connected to a bolt on the floor above is used to support the cable Cable preparation in the BD/DP termination area The procedure for preparing the cable will depend on the cable type and construction. Care should be taken to ensure that the conductors are not damaged during this operation Volition four-pair twisted 100Ω cable 1. Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack or frame to reach the patch panel (or module). 2. Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance of either: 30mm (if terminating into an RJ45 Giga jack) or 150mm (if terminating into an 8 pair module) from the cable end. 4. Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands. 5. Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard. 6. Follow the instructions included with the patch panel, module or RJ45 jack. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 96

102 Copper voice cabling system Voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable 1. Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack or frame to reach the patch panel (or module). 2. Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance sufficiently far away from the end of the cable to ensure that all the exposed conductors can reach the appropriate termination position. In a large pair count cable (100 pairs or larger) approximately 500mm of sheath will need to be removed (based on 12 modules at 20mm pitch plus 125mm module width) for each 100 pairs to be terminated. 4. Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands. 5. Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard*. 6. Follow the instructions included with the patch panel, module or RJ45 jack. * it may be necessary to remove the sheath in several smaller lengths Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 97

103 Copper voice cabling system 26.0 Installing copper horizontal cable As for backbone cable, 3M strongly recommend that copper horizontal cable and copper power cables should either be installed on separate cable supports or in separate sections of the support Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling, in a wall or under a floor. The cable should take the most practical direct route, ensuring that the minimum bend radius and maximum pulling load is never exceeded (see Table 3.4 for information relating to Volition four pair cables, refer to the cable manufacturers installation specification if using a voice grade cable). Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation. Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath. Follow the instructions given in paragraph , If the route incorporates tight bends or obstruction points, extra help should be deployed in these areas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped. This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable. After installation, ensure a minimum of 0,5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link (i.e., patch panel/module and outlet) to allow for correct termination of the cable Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard-to-get-to locations, or to route the cable past obstructions. The rod is attached to the cables being installed. Depending on the nature of the location, the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods. The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached. These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route Pull cords Generally, pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit, or by placing them along a cable support (cable tray) with a rod. It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under-floor trunking systems, conduit systems and access floor systems. Except for conduit systems, cable routes should either run parallel to, or perpendicular to, the building lines. Under-floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunking or duct running from the telecommunications closet to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor. The trunking generally extends at 90-degree angles from the telecommunications closet and feeds into junction boxes. Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations, which are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor. Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms. However, they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 98

104 Copper voice cabling system Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles. Cable support systems such as cable trays, or conduit, shall be employed. When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space, every two to three tiles should be removed for access. This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc. and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area. The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located, or dropped down a wall cavity. Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity is generally not difficult. A rod may be used or even a string tied to a weight. A rod is most suitable for insulated walls Cable preparation in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted: 1. Ensure there is between 0,3 and 0,5m of excess cable at the TO. Trim any excess cable so that the conductors are flush with the end of the cable sheath 2. Ensure the sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors in the cable 3. Measure and cut through the cable sheath 30mm from the end of the cable. 4. Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands. 5. Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard. 6. Follow the instructions included with the RJ45 Giga jack to complete the termination 27.0 Installing centralised copper (voice) cabling Centralised cabling results in all the cross connection points being located centrally with the cable routing directly to the telecommunications outlet (TO). It is not necessary to limit the length of cable between termination points to 90m since it is assumed that the copper cable will never be required to carry data signals. This may be accomplished using Volition horizontal cable only or a combination of Volition horizontal and backbone cable. When making this type of installation, the procedures documented for the installation of horizontal and backbone cable shall be followed Installing racks, cabinets, frames, modules and patch panels Follow the instructions supplied with the product carefully. Care should be taken with cables and conductors to ensure that they are properly routed into and out of the termination area. If the system is required to support high-speed data as well as voice, it is essential to maintain the twist in each pair right up to the module or jack Module installation All 3M modules work on the insulation displacement connection (IDC) principle, which means that there is no need to strip the insulation from the copper conductor prior to making the connection.. Jumper wires are used between modules to provide a cross connection. Wires are inserted into the IDC contacts on the module using an appropriate insertion tool. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 99

105 Copper voice cabling system Care is needed when selecting the wiring scheme to be used in the installation since this will greatly affect the wiring density. For example, using a Volition four-pair cable per TO effectively reduces the potential density by 75% since only one of the four-pairs is used to carry voice. Whilst this has little affect at the TO. connecting all four-pairs at the DP will reduce the density at the DP by 75% since only one in four of the terminated conductors will be used for voice. It is only required to connect all four pairs if a dual data/voice system is being installed Module installation for horizontal wiring at the DP When a dual voice/data system is installed using Volition four-pair cable and eight pair modules, the following wiring scheme should be adopted at the module. Note that position one is on the left of the module when viewed from the front and that voice is usually carried over pair one. Table 4.10 Wiring scheme for 4 pair cable Module position Pair no Wire colour 1 1 White/blue 2 1 Blue 3 2 White/orange 4 2 Orange 5 3 White/green 6 3 Green 7 4 White/brown 8 4 Brown 9 1 White/blue 10 1 Blue 11 2 White/orange 12 2 Orange 13 3 White/green 14 3 Green 15 4 White/brown 16 4 Brown RJ45 Giga jack installation in the horizontal at the DP and TO When installing the RJ45 Giga jack in a patch panel at the DP or in an outlet at the TO the following wiring scheme should be adopted: Table 4.11 RJ45 Giga jack wiring scheme Jack position Pair no Wire colour 1 2 Orange/white 2 2 Orange 3 3 Green/white 4 1 Blue 5 1 Blue/white 6 3 Green 7 4 Brown/white 8 4 Brown Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 100

106 Copper voice cabling system Module installation in the backbone at the DP and BD When using higher pair count cables in the backbone then the wiring scheme to be followed will depend on the following: 1. Whether a dual data/voice scheme is being installed 2. Whether eight or ten pair modules are being used 3. The type and size of the backbone cable 4. The wire grouping in the cable If a dual data/voice scheme is being installed and Volition four-pair cable is being used in the backbone, then the wiring scheme shown in Table 4.10 should be followed. If however the installation is for voice only and a large pair count cable with ten pair grouping is being used in the backbone, then the wiring scheme shown in Table 4.11 should be followed. Table 4.12 Wiring scheme for cable in 10 pair groups Module position Pair Colour 8 pair 10 pair Blue Blue/white Blue Orange/white Orange Green/white Green Brown/white Brown Slate/white Slate Blue/red Blue Orange/red Orange Green/red Green Brown/red Brown Slate/red Slate Patchcord and jumper installation at the DP and BD Patchcords and jumpers are only installed once the installation is complete and after all testing has been finalised. Care should be taken when routing jumpers and patchcords between modules and patch panels. Sufficient patchcord management panels and horizontal and vertical jumper rings should be used to ensure a tidy installation and to facilitate tracing of circuits at a later date Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 101

107 Copper voice cabling system 29.0 Testing Where data cable has been installed, the system must be tested in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 20. Where voice grade cable has been installed, it is only necessary to test that the correct wire mapping has been followed between each end of the links being tested Testing procedure for voice grade cable Testing shall be performed using either a manual tester or an automatic tester or scanner. The following parameter of the link shall be verified: wire map A wire map test is intended to verify correct pin termination at each end of the link and to check for Incorrectly terminated wires. For each of the conductors in the cable, and the screen(s), if any, the conductor map indicates: continuity to the remote end shorts between any two or more conductors/screen(s) transposed pairs reversed pairs split pairs any other connection errors. A reversed pair occurs when the polarity of one wire pair is reversed at one end of the link. Note this is also sometimes referred to as a tip and ring reversal Correct pairing A transposed pair occurs when the two conductors in a wire pair are connected to the position for a different pair at the remote connection. Note transposed pairs are sometimes referred to as crossed pairs. Split pairs occur when pin-to-pin continuity is maintained but physical pairs are separated. Figure 4.6 gives an illustration of all three conditions. Reversed pair Transposed pairs Split pairs Figure 4.6 Incorrect pairing Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 102

108 Copper voice cabling system 29.2 Test report Upon completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced. The contents of the test report shall include at least the following information: system location testing date name of person(s) performing test performance details of each link tested. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 103

109 System administration and warranty PART 5 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION AND SYSTEM WARRANTY 30.0 System administration Administration is an essential aspect of the Volition Cabling System. The flexibility of the system can only be fully exploited if the installation is properly administered. This involves accurate identification of all the components, including pathways, closets and other places in which they are installed Labelling Every element of the cabling system, including the pathways and spaces in which it is installed, shall be readily identifiable. A unique identifier shall be assigned to every cable, distributor and telecommunications outlet. Cables shall be marked at both ends and outlets shall be marked to reference circuit designation. One possible colour scheme based on ANSI/TIA/EIA-606 is shown in Table 5.1. Typically, cables are labelled within 20cm of the termination field or outlet point. Table 5.1 ANSI/TIA/EIA 606 colour scheme Function Auxiliary and miscellaneous Common Equipment Customer side of the network interface First level backbone Horizontal cable to work area Key telephone equipment Network side of network interface Second level backbone Yellow Purple Green White Blue Red Orange Grey Colour 30.2 Records Detailed records of the original installation shall be kept and all subsequent changes documented as and when they are carried out. A computer-based scheme is highly recommended. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 104

110 System administration and warranty 31.0 Warranty 31.1 Summary 3M warrant that the Volition System will perform for 20 years to the channel specifications in industry standards at the time of installation. 3M extend the system warranty to the end user by way of the certified Volition Integration Professional (VIP) or Certified Volition Installer (CVI). The VIP or CVI has responsibility for proper installation of the system. The warranty covers the end-to-end link from the wall outlet at the workstation to the patch panel in the equipment room. Patchcords and electronic equipment are excluded from the 20-year system warranty. The VIP (or CVI) has responsibility for the installation and final testing. Changes to the system are covered by the warranty, provided the changes are made and tested to current channel specifications and warranty requirements at the time of the change. If the installation does not perform to specifications, the labour to repair or replace defective components will be provided by the VIP (or CVI). The cost of the labour and parts is resolved between 3M and the VIP or CVI according to the terms in the VIP Agreement or CVI Agreement. A precise description of the warranty coverage and conditions is given on the warranty certificate. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 105

111 System administration and warranty 31.2 Warranty application procedure System Installed VIP or CVI applies to 3M for warranty within 60 days accompanied by: 1. Name and address where system installed 2. Name, address, certification number of VIP or CVI 3. Name, certificate number of tester 4. Bill of materials 5. Schematic of installation 6. Test report 7. Confirmation of acceptance by owner 8. Number of outlets installed Application acceptable? yes no Letter of explanation to VIP/CVI 3M inspects installation yes no Installation acceptable? no yes Warranty certificate issued Figure 5.1 Warranty application procedure Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 106

112 System administration and warranty 31.3 Warranty deviation Changes to the procedure as outlined above will be necessary if a product that has not been supplied by 3M and has not been approved by 3M is used in the installation. In such a case a special application must be made to 3M prior to the installation taking place. 3M Technical Service will review the product substitution(s) to determine if channel performance is likely to be compromised. Subject to technical approval, the final decision on whether to grant a warranty will be made by the appropriate 3M business manager. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 107

113 System components and glossary PART 6 - SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND GLOSSARY 32.0 Volition fibre system components 32.1 The VF-45 TM small form factor (SFF) connector The VF-45 TM is a two-part connector, with a plug/socket configuration. The socket is simple and quick to terminate in the field, thus cutting the cost of installations. The plug comes pre-terminated on the patchcord. The VF-45 TM is tested in accordance with a combination of TIA, IEC and 3M specifications the results of which are shown in Table 6.1. Table 6.1 VF-45 TM specification Test Test condition/requirements (multimode) Test condition/requirements (singlemode) Attenuation (db) 0,75dB 0,75dB Return Loss (db) 20dB 26dB Mating Durability 500 cycles, 0,75dB 500 cycles, 0,75dB Strength of Coupling 33N, 0,75dB 33N, 0,75dB Plug Cable Retention 66N, 0,75dB 66N, 0,75dB Plug Static side load 6,6N, 0,75dB 6,6N, 0,75dB Plug Cable Flexing 100 cycles ± 90, 0,5kg, 0,75dB 100 cycles ± 90, 0,5kg, 0,75dB Plug Cable Twist Cold 10 cycles ± 2,5 revs, 15N, 0,75dB -10C, 96 Hours, <0,3dB change 10 cycles ± 2,5 revs, 15N, 0,75dB -10C, 96 Hours, <0,3dB change Dry Heat +60C 14 days, <0,3dB change +60C 14 days, <0,3dB change Change of Temperature 5 cycles -10C to +60C, <0,3dB change 5 cycles -10C to +60C, <0,3dB change Vibration 10-55Hz, 30min/axis, <0,3dB change 10-55Hz, 30min/axis, <0,3dB change 32.2 Tooling A range of special hand tooling is available for installing and maintaining the VF-45 TM connector VF 45 Quick install kit The VF-45 TM Quick Install Kit contains everything required to quickly and easily install the VF-45 TM socket. Cable and fibre strippers, polishing and socket assembly fixtures and inspection viewer - all contained in a pouch that can be conveniently clipped to the installer s belt. Consumables sufficient for the first 500 terminations are included in the kit VF-45 Maintenance cleaning kit The VF-45 Maintenance Cleaning System keeps the VF-45 TM interconnect at the just installed level of optical performance. The system comprises a spray bottle containing Volition HFE-based cleaning fluid and separate attachments designed to interface with the VF-45 TM plug and socket. HFE -based cleaning fluid is non-flammable and non-conductive making the maintenance cleaning kit a convenient, quick and effective way of cleaning the fibre end faces. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 108

114 System components and glossary Table 6.2 Quick install and maintenance cleaning kits and components Model Number VOL-0562 VOL-0570 VOL-0570A VOL-0560A VOL-0560B VOL-0560C VOL-0560D VOL-0560F VOL-0560G VOL-0560L VOL-0560N VOL-0560P VOL-0560R VOL-0560W VOL-0562C VOL-0562H VOL-0562J VOL-0562K VOL-0562L VOL-0562M VOL-0562S VOL-0562V VOL-0562X Description VF-45 TM quick install kit VF-45 TM maintenance cleaning kit VF-45 TM cleaning fluid, 473 ml bottle Jacket stripper Scissors Micro module stripper Fibre stripper, 250µm coating Polishing puck assembly Polishing puck face Fibre view scope with adapter base Cotton buds Lint free wipes Bottle, alcohol, empty Cleaning wires 100µm diameter Adapter base, view scope Polishing station sub-assembly Replacement cleave blade Polishing paper 5 sheets Penlight Tool pouch Tool case Base station door View scope assembly (base, scope, penlight) 32.3 Housings Rack mount patch panels The Volition system patch panels are designed to take maximum advantage of the small form factor of the VF-45 TM connector. They are available in 24, 48 and 72 port formats. A separate patchcord management panel is also available. Table 6.3 Rack mount patch panels Model number Number No of patch cable Mounting Vertical rack Colour of ports management rings arrangement space VOL-0430-ES (IEC 297) 1U Cream VOL-0432-ES (IEC 297) 2U Cream VOL-0434-ES (IEC 297) 3U Cream VOL-0499E (IEC 297) 1U see note 1 Cream Notes: 1. Patch Cable management panel only. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 109

115 System components and glossary Wall Mount patch panels Volition wall mount patch panels are manufactured in powder coated sheet metal and can be fixed easily and quickly to the wall. A hinged door on the front of the panel provides access to the VF-45 TM sockets, which can be locked using a padlock (not supplied) for extra security. Wall mount patch panels are available in 6, 12 and 24 port formats. Table 6.4 Wall mount patch panels Model number Number of ports Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) VOL x 163 x 54 Cream VOL x 255 x 54 Cream VOL x 439 x 54 Cream Wall mount splice boxes Volition wall mount splice boxes serve as a division point for multi fibre cables and to accommodate splices in centralised cabling. The low profile structure eliminates the need for equipment rooms on each floor. Table 6.5 Wall mount splice boxes and accessories Model number Number of fibres Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) VOL x 300 x 85 Grey (RAL 7035) VOL x 600 x 210 Grey (RAL 7035) VOL x 600 x 210 Grey (RAL 7035) VOL x 600 x 210 Grey (RAL 7035) VOL x 600 x 210 Grey (RAL 7035) Accessory VOL-450 Adhesive cable guide, 20mm VOL-450 Protective brush for cable entry VOL-450 PG entry plate VOL-450 Splice cassette holder for 4 cassettes VOL Adaptor board for cassette holder VOL DIN splice cassette with lid VOL Clip-on cable guide, 55mm VOL Protective brush for cable entry VOL PG entry plate VOL Splice cassette holder for 12 cassettes VOL Splice cassette holder for 12 cassettes Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 110

116 System components and glossary 32.4 Outlet products Wall mount outlets Volition wall-mounted outlets accommodate VF-45 TM sockets and include cable strain relief and fibre storage facilities. The VOL-0250A and 0250B outlets can house up to two VF-45 TM sockets and are used in conjunction with VOL-0700 faceplates to additionally accommodate 0, 2 or 4 RJ45 sockets. The VOL-0255 and 0256 outlets can house up to two VF-45 TM sockets; one VF-45 TM socket and one RJ45 jack or two RJ45 jacks (RJ45 jacks must employ keystone latching and be size compatible with the outlet) Flush mount outlets The VOL-0257 outlet is used in conjunction with separately supplied mounting and facia plates. Typically used in pillar or trunking applications, it can house up to two VF-45 TM sockets Furniture outlets Volition modular furniture outlets house a maximum of two VF-45 TM sockets. To save space, the VF- 45 TM plug lays parallel to the furniture partition. They are available in a number of colours. Table 6.6 Outlet products Model Number of Number of Dimensions Mounting Colour number VF 45 ports RJ 45 ports (mm) centres (mm) VOL-0250A x Ivory VOL-0250B x White VOL x 75 83,3 (1) Office White VOL-0700B x 75 83,3 (1) Bright White VOL x 75 83,3 (1) Office White VOL-0701B x 75 83,3 (1) Bright White VOL x 75 83,3 (1) Office White VOL-0702B x 75 83,3 (1) Bright White VOL x 75 83,3 (1) Office White VOL-0703B x 75 83,3 (1) Bright White VOL-0255W x White VOL-0255C x Cream VOL-0256W x White VOL-0257W x 90 n/a White VOL-0350B x 75 n/a Bright White VOL-0350G x 75 n/a Grey VOL-0350BK x 75 n/a Black Notes: 1. The VOL-0700 range of faceplates is used with model VOL-0250 only. It provides mounting for up to 4 RJ45 UTP jacks that use keystone latch panel mounting. If no RJ45 mounting is required, the VOL-0700 blanking plate must always be used. 2. The VOL-0257 is based on the 45mm x 45mm module standard. It clips into a mounting grid having an aperture of 45mm x 90mm with a matching face plate e.g. Legrand part no mounted in Legrand 100mm x 50mm trunking part no refer. The minimum depth requirement for trunking or pillar is 50mm. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 111

117 System components and glossary Blanking plugs for outlets and patch panels Table 6.7 Blanking plugs Model number VOL-0300 VOL-0300B VOL-0300G VOL-0300BK Colour Office white Bright white Grey Black Floor box inserts These inserts are designed for use with suspended floor applications where it is required to locate the VF-45 TM socket in a box at floor level. They are available in powder coated sheet steel or plastic. Table 6.8 Floor box inserts Model number Number of Number of RJ 45 Type VF 45 ports ports VOL-0258A 2 2 x 3M Steel, powder coat, black VOL-0258B 2 2 x Panduit Steel, powder coat, black VOL-0258C 3 3 x Panduit Steel, powder coat, black VOL-0258D 2 2 x T&B Steel, powder coat, black VOL-0258E 3 3 x T&B Steel, powder coat, black VOL-0259A 2 2 x 3M Plastic VOL-0259B 2 2 x Panduit Plastic VOL-0259C 3 3 x Panduit Plastic VOL-0259D 2 2 x T&B Plastic VOL-0259E 3 3 x T&B Plastic 32.5 Cable and patchcords Unless otherwise stated, all Volition fibre cables are supplied with a low smoke zero halogen sheath. The specification for the fibre used in Volition horizontal and backbone cable is given in Table 6.9 Table 6.9 Fibre specification Fibre Size Parameter Performance (µm) 850nm 1300nm Indoor Indoor/outdoor Indoor Indoor/outdoor 62,5/125 Attenuation 3,5dB/km 3,2dB/km 1,0dB/km 1,0dB/km 62,5/125 Bandwidth >200MHz.km >200MHz.km 500MHz.km > 600 MHz-km 50/125 Attenuation 3,5dB/km 2,7dB/km 1,0dB/km 0,8 db/km 50/125 Bandwidth >500MHz.km >500MHz.km >500MHz.km > 800 MHz-km 9/125 Attenuation - - 0,7dB/km 0,4dB/km Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 112

118 System components and glossary Horizontal cable Volition horizontal cable is available in two-fibre and four-fibre format. The unique two fibre modular construction of the cable simplifies cable installation and facilitates the installation of the VF-45 TM socket. Operating temperature range -10 C to 60 C. 62,5/125 µm cables meet ISO/IEC specifications. 50/125 µm and 62,5/125 µm cables meet TIA/EIA specifications. Model No. Description Bend radius (mm) (short/long term (1) ) VOL-H52LX 50/125 µm, 2-fibre VOL-H54LX 50/125 µm, 4-fibre VOL-H62LX 62,5/125 µm, 2-fibre VOL-H64LX 62,5/125 µm, 4-fibre VOL-H92LX 9/125 µm, 2- fibre VOL-H94LX 9/125 µm, 4- fibre Table 6.10 Horizontal cable specification Cable outer diameter (mm) Weight of cable (kg/km) Max load (2) (N) 50/30 (3) 2,8 7, ,11 50/30 (3) 3,25 9, ,15 50/30 (3) 2,8 7, ,11 50/30 (3) 3,25 9, ,15 38/30 (3) 2,5 7, ,11 47/30 (3) 3,1 9, ,15 Fire loading (MJ/m) Notes: 1. The short term bend radius is under installation conditions. 2. Applied to the cable strength member(s) 3. 25mm in the termination area where the sheath has been removed. 4. X denotes the cable length. Cable can be ordered in 1km and 2km lengths for 50/125µm, 1km lengths for 62,5/125µm and 9/125µm fibre. 5. Cable colour is blue for 50/125µm and 62,5/125µm cable and green for 9/125µm cable Indoor backbone cable The backbone cable provides the physical link between the floor distributor and the building distributor. Backbone cable is available in counts of 6-, 12-, 24-, 48-, 72- and 96- fibres. As with the horizontal cable, each pair of 250 µm coated fibres is contained within a separate buffer tube. Specification: Operation and Installation Temperature -10 C to +70 C Flame Propagation IEC 332-3C Smoke Density IEC Toxic Emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive Gas IEC , Material CENELEC HD Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 113

119 System components and glossary Model number Table 6.11 Backbone cable specification (1) Description Bend radius (short/long term (2) ) (mm) Cable outer diameter (mm) Weight of cable (kg/km) Max load (3) (N) VOL-B56LX 50/125µm 6-fibre 75/50 (4) 4,5 25,0 660 VOL-B512LX 50/125µm 12-fibre 75/50 (4) 5,0 30,0 660 VOL-B524LX 50/125µm 24-fibre 90/60 (4) 6,0 40, VOL-B548LX 50/125µm 48-fibre 190/120 (4) 12,0 110, VOL-B572LX 50/125µm 72-fibre 250/150 (4) 15,0 170, VOL-B596LX 50/125µm 96-fibre 275/190 (4) 19,0 300, VOL-B66LX 62,5/125µm 6-fibre 75/50 (4) 4,5 25,0 660 VOL-B612LX 62,5/125µm 12-fibre 75/50 (4) 5,0 30,0 660 VOL-B624LX 62,5/125µm 24-fibre 90/60 (4) 6,0 40, VOL-B648LX 62,5/125µm 48-fibre 190/120 (4) 12,0 110, VOL-B672LX 62,5/125µm 72-fibre 250/150 (4) 15,0 170, VOL-B696LX 62,5/125µm 96-fibre 275/190 (4) 19,0 300, VOL-B96LX 9/125um 6-fibre 75/50 (4) 4,5 25,0 660 VOL-B912LX 9/125um 12-fibre 75/50 (4) 5,0 30,0 660 VOL-B924LX 9/125um 24-fibre 90/60 (4) 6,0 40, VOL-B948LX 9/125um 48-fibre 190/120 (4) 12,0 110, VOL-B972LX 9/125um 72-fibre 250/150 (4) 15,0 170, VOL-B996LX 9/125um 96-fibre 275/190 (4) 19,0 300, Notes: 1. All dimensions and weights are nominal values 2. The short term bend radius is under installation conditions. 3. Applied to the cable strength member(s) mm in the termination area where the sheath has been removed 5. X denotes the cable length. Cable can be ordered in 0.5km, 1.0km, 1.5km and 2km lengths. 6. Cable colour is blue for multimode, green for single mode /125µm and 9/125µm fibre cables of 12 fibre count and above, and 62,5/125µm fibre cables of 48 fibre count and above, have a central strength member. 8. Cables of 48 fibres and above are constructed from sub-units similar to the 12 fibre cable. Each sub-unit contains six 2-fibre tubes Indoor/outdoor backbone cable Available with 50/125µm and 62,5/125µm multimode, or 9/125µm singlemode fibre. All variants have good resistance against water. The cable core is water blocked using a combination of swellable tape and gel filling inside the tubes. The colour of multimode cable sheath is blue, single mode cable sheath is green. Additional construction variations are also available on request. Specification: Operation and Installation Temperature -30 C to +60 C (2-24 fibres) -40 C to +60 C (48-72 fibres) Flame Propagation IEC Smoke Density IEC Toxic Emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive Gas IEC , Material CENELEC HD Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 114

120 System components and glossary Indoor/outdoor backbone cable with aramid yarn for tensile strength Cable construction fully dielectric for immunity against lightning All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core is protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6.12 shows the details for 50/125µm/62,5/125µm/9/125µm aramid yarn indoor/outdoor cable. Table 6.12 Specification for indoor/outdoor backbone cable with aramid yarn Model number Description Bend radius (mm) Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km) Max. short term load (N) VOL-IOA52/62/9 2 fibre Unitube ,9 VOL-IOA54/64/94 4 fibre Unitube ,9 VOL-IOA56/66/96 6 fibre Unitube ,9 VOL-IOA58/68/98 8 fibre Unitube ,9 VOL-IOA512/612/ fibre Unitube ,9 VOL-IOA524/624/ fibre Unitube ,0 VOL-IOA548/648/948 (1) 48 fibre Loose tube , ,4 VOL-IOA572/672/972 (1) 72 fibre Loose tube , ,3 Notes: 1. Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non-metallic central strength member. Indoor/outdoor backbone cable with glass yarn for rodent protection Glass yarn acts as rodent protection, effective in most cases Cable construction fully dielectric for immunity against lightning All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core is protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6.13 shows the details for 50/125µm/62,5/125µm/9/125µm glass yarn indoor/outdoor cable. Fire loading (MJ/m) Table 6.13 Specification for indoor/outdoor backbone cable with glass yarn Model Description Bend radius (mm) Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km) Max. short term load (N) VOL-IOG54/64/94 4 fibre Unitube ,5 VOL-IOG56/66/96 6 fibre Unitube ,5 VOL-IOG58/68/98 8 fibre Unitube ,5 VOL-IOG512/612/ fibre Unitube ,5 VOL-IOG524/624/ fibre Unitube ,6 VOL-IOG548/648/948 (1) 48 fibre Loose tube , ,8 VOL-IOG572/672/972 (1) 72 fibre Loose tube , ,7 Notes: 1. Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non-metallic central strength member. Fire loading (MJ/m) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 115

121 System components and glossary Indoor/outdoor backbone cable with corrugated steel tape armouring for guaranteed rodent protection Corrugated steel tape armouring for added robustness and guaranteed rodent protection For direct burial under difficult laying conditions (48, 72 fibre cables) All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core is protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6.14 Specification for indoor/outdoor backbone cable with steel armouring Model Description Bend radius (mm) Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km) Max. short term load (N) VOL-IOS92 2 fibre Unitube, 55 8, ,3 VOL-IOS54/64/94 4 fibre Unitube, 55 8, ,3 VOL-IOS56/66/96 6 fibre Unitube, 55 8, ,3 VOL-IOS58/68/98 8 fibre Unitube 55 8, ,3 VOL-IOS512/612/ fibre Unitube 55 8, ,3 VOL-IOS524/624/ fibre Unitube 55 9, ,3 VOL-IOS548/648/ fibre Loose tube , ,5 VOL-IOS572/672/ fibre Loose tube , ,4 Notes 1. Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non-metallic central strength member. Fire loading (MJ/m) Patchcords Available in a variety of standard lengths, 3M may also be able to supply pre-terminated patch cables to meet specific requirements. Table 6.15 Patchcords Model number Description VF-45 TM VF-45 VF-45 ST VF-45 SC VF-45 MT-RJ VOL-V9L1 VOL-T9L1 VOL-C9L1 VOL-M9L1 9/125µm, 1m VOL-V9L1,5 VOL-T9L1,5 VOL-C9L1,5-9/125µm, 1,5m VOL-V9L2 VOL-T9L2 VOL-C9L2 VOL-M9L2 9/125µm, 2m VOL-V9L3 VOL-T9L3 VOL-C9L3 VOL-M9L3 9/125µm, 3m VOL-V9L5 VOL-T9L5 VOL-C9L5 VOL-M9L5 9/125µm, 5m VOL-V9L6 VOL-T9L6 VOL-C9L6-9/125µm, 6m VOL-V9L8 VOL-T9L8 VOL-C9L8 VOL-M9L8 9/125µm, 8m VOL-M9L10 9/125µm, 10m VOL-V9L15 VOL-T9L15 VOL-C9L15-9/125µm, 15m VOL-V9L30 VOL-T9L30 VOL-C9L30-9/125µm, 30m VOL-V5L1 VOL-T5L1 VOL-C5L1 VOL-M5L1 50/125µm, 1m VOL-V5L1,5 VOL-T5L1,5 VOL-C5L1,5 50/125µm, 1,5m VOL-V5L2 VOL-T5L2 VOL-C5L2 VOL-M5L2 50/125µm, 2m Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 116

122 System components and glossary Table 6.15 Patchcords (continued) Model number Description VF-45 TM VF-45 VF-45 ST VF-45 SC VF-45 MT-RJ VOL-V5L3 VOL-T5L3 VOL-C5L3 VOL-M5L3 50/125µm, 3m VOL-V5L5 VOL-T5L5 VOL-C5L5 VOL-M5L5 50/125µm, 5m VOL-V5L6 VOL-T5L6 VOL-C5L6-50/125µm, 6m VOL-V5L8 VOL-T5L8 VOL-C5L8 VOL-M5L8 50/125µm, 8m VOL-M5L10 50/125µm, 10m VOL-V5L15 VOL-T5L15 VOL-C5L15-50/125µm, 15m VOL-V5L30 VOL-T5L30 VOL-C5L30-50/125µm, 30m VOL-V6L1 VOL-T6L1 VOL-C6L1 VOL-M6L1 62,5/125µm, 1m VOL-V6L1,5 VOL-T6L1,5 VOL-C6L1,5-62,5/125µm, 1,5m VOL-V6L2 VOL-T6L2 VOL-C6L2 VOL-M6L2 62,5/125µm, 2m VOL-V6L3 VOL-T6L3 VOL-C6L3 VOL-M6L3 62,5/125µm, 3m VOL-V6L5 VOL-T6L5 VOL-C6L5 VOL-M6L5 62,5/125µm, 5m VOL-V6L6 VOL-T6L6 VOL-C6L6-62,5/125µm, 6m VOL-V6L8 VOL-T6L8 VOL-C6L8 VOL-M6L8 62,5/125µm, 8m VOL-M6L10 62,5/125µm, 10m VOL-V6L15 VOL-T6L15 VOL-C6L15-62,5/125µm, 15m VOL-V6L30 VOL-T6L30 VOL-C6L30-62,5/125µm, 30m Reference patchcord sets and OTDR launch leads The reference patchcord set comprises a VF-45 TM to ST TM or SC hybrid patchcord, a VF-45 TM to VF- 45 TM socket patchcord and a VF-45 TM to VF-45 TM patchcord. It is essential to use the reference patchcord set for referencing the power level prior to taking link attenuation measurements with a power meter and light source. The OTDR launch leads are required when making OTDR measurements Table 6.16 Patchcord sets and OTDR launch leads Model number GEN-REF-062-ST GEN-REF-062-SC GEN-REF-050-ST GEN-REF-050-SC GEN-REF-SM-ST GEN-REF-SM-SC GEN-REF-SM-FC VOL-C6L100 VOL-C5L100 Description Reference patchcord set 62,5/125µm, with ST connectors Reference patchcord set 62,5/125µm, with SC connectors Reference patchcord set 50/125µm, with ST connectors Reference patchcord set 50/125µm, with SC connectors Reference patchcord set 9/125µm, with ST connectors Reference patchcord set 9/125µm, with SC connectors Reference patchcord set 9/125µm, with FC connectors OTDR launch lead, 62,5/125µm, with SC connector, 100m OTDR launch lead, 50/125µm, with SC connector, 100m Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 117

123 System components and glossary 33.0 Volition copper system components 33.1 RJ45 Giga, K5E and K6 RJ45 Jacks All jacks offer tool-free termination in record time, all 8 conductors and the drain wire can be wired in a single operation. The compact size facilitates the mounting of the connector in a variety of locations without compromising the minimum bend radius requirements of the cable. In the shielded version all jacks have a metallic shield extending over all the outer surfaces of the connector. The rear metal cover is reversible allowing the cable to route away from the connector in two directions. K6 UTP Jack The RJ45 Giga jacks are available in 8 point, 9 point and shielded versions and will mount directly into the BCC or Qmax ranges of patch panel while the K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks with their keystone mounting will mount directly into the Classic and Double Plate ranges of patch panels. RJ45 Giga STP jack Modules incorporating the jack are also available and these can have the front face orientated vertically or at 30 degrees to the vertical. Modules can accommodate a visual and mechanical polarity key and come complete with dust cover and label (telephone or computer) Highlights Meets ISO 8877 requirements Meets Category 5E and Category 6 standards as appropriate Available in 8 point, 9 point and shielded versions No tools required to terminate conductors. Comprehensive range of accessories Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 118

124 System components and glossary Table 6.17 RJ45 Giga and K6 RJ45 jack specifications Technical data RJ45 Giga K6 Overall dimensions 8 point 19 x 28 x33 18 x 23 x 35 (W x H x D) (mm) Overall dimensions 9 point 19 x 28 x x 23 x 35 (W x H x D) (mm) Overall dimensions shielded 19 x 45 x51 18 x 23 x 51 (W x H x D) (mm) Wire diameter solid (mm) 0,5 0,65 0,5 0,65 Overall diameter (over 1,6 1,6 insulation) (mm) Housing material PBT PBT Flame protection UL 94 V0 UL 94 V0 Insulation resistance (MΩ) >10 4 Contact resistance Rc (mω) 17> Rc < 20 17> Rc < MHz 200MHz 250MHz 100MHz 200MHz 250MHz Attenuation (db) < 0,2 < 0,2 < 0,3 < 0,2 < 0,2 < 0,3 Return Loss (db) 24 18, ,5 16 NEXT (pair to pair) (db) ,5 Table 6.18 RJ45 Giga jacks and modules Model number P28770AA P28753AB P28756AB P28759AB P28762AB8 P28750A P28771AA P28754AB P28757AB P28760AB P28763AB P28751AB P28772AA P28755AB P28758AB P28761AB P28764AB P28752AB Description Volition RJ45 Giga jack Cat 5e, UTP, light grey Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, vertical front face, 22.5 x 45, Cat 5e UTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, vertical front face, 45 x 45 Cat 5e UTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, vertical front face, 25 x 50 Cat 5e UTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, vertical front face, 50 x 50 Cat 5e UTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, angled front face 30º, down 22.5 x 45 Cat 5e UTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack Cat 5e, FTP, light grey Volition RJ45 Giga jack 9 pin, vertical front face, 22.5 x 45 Cat 5e FTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 9 pin, vertical front face, 45 x 45 Cat 5e FTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 9 pin, vertical front face, 25 x 50 Cat 5e FTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 9 pin, vertical front face, 50 x 50 Cat 5e FTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, angled front face 30º down, 22.5 x 45 Cat 5e FTP Volition RJ45 Giga jack Cat 5e, STP, light grey and metallic shield Volition RJ45 Giga jack, vertical front face, 22.5 x 45 Cat 5e STP Volition RJ45 Giga jack, vertical front face, 45 x 45 Cat 5e STP Volition RJ45 Giga jack, vertical front face, 25 x 50 Cat 5e STP Volition RJ45 Giga jack, vertical front face, 50 x 50 Cat 5e STP Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin, angled front face 30º down, 22.5 x 45 Cat 5e STP Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 119

125 System components and glossary Table 6.19 K6 RJ45 jacks Model number Description Size (mm) VOL-0CK6-U Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 UTP, white VOL-0CK6-F Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 FTP, white VOL-0CK6-S Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 STP, white and metallic shield Table 6.20 Plug in face plates for K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks Model number Description Colour VOL-FP2M-F1K Volition 22,5 x 45 Faceplate, 1 port keystone,white 22.5 x 45 VOL-FP4M-F1K Volition 45 x 45 Faceplate, 1 port keystone,white 45 x 45 VOL-FP2M-F2K Volition 22,5 x 45 Faceplate, 2 ports keystone,white 22.5 x 45 Table 6.21 Inserts for face plates for K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks Model number Description Colour VOL-0790-BL Reversible icon for Volition 22,5 x 45 and 45 x 45 faceplates Blue VOL-0790-YL Reversible icon for Volition 22,5 x 45 and 45 x 45 faceplates Yellow VOL-0790-RD Reversible icon for Volition 22,5 x 45 and 45 x 45 faceplates Red VOL-0790-GR Reversible icon for Volition 22,5 x 45 and 45 x 45 faceplates Green 33.2 Connection modules RCP2000 The RCP 2000 module family is the latest in the evolution of the RCP range of connection modules. This module is available in a shielded or unshielded version and offers Category 5 transmission performance as a standard. It gives very good protection against electromagnetic radiations up to 155MHz. As a result the module can be used in any modern network and is fully compatible with a wide range of applications (including xdsl, pair-gain. etc.). Compatible with RIBE, CIPE and European E8 profile backmount frames, termination is easy and cables and jumpers can either be managed from the rear or from the side of the module. An added feature is that the IDC contacts accept both solid and multi-stranded conductors. Modules are available in blue (for horizontal distribution) green (for vertical distribution) yellow (for resources) orange (for private voice) ivory (for digital) and red (for security). The RCP 2000 Corel range was specifically designed for and approved by France Telecom. Highlights Category 5 as a standard Unshielded 8 pair connection and disconnection modules (rear and side cable) Unshielded 16 pair connection and disconnection module (rear cable only) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 120

126 System components and glossary High density (14 mm pitch) 0,4-0,8 mm wire handling range 2 wires can be accommodated in the same slot Optional contacts for stranded wires Colour coded modules to aid circuit identification Multiple re-terminations Comprehensive range of protection circuits and accessories Table 6.22 RCP 2000 specification Technical data RCP 2000 RCP Corel Connection modules yes yes Disconnection modules yes yes 16 pair modules yes - 10 pair modules no no 8 pair modules yes yes Vertical pitch (mm) Wire diameter -solid (mm) 0,4-0,70 0,4-0,80 Wire diameter -stranded (mm) 7 x 0,15-0,20 7 x 0,15-0,20 Overall diameter (over insulation) (mm) 1,50? 1,50? Number of re-terminations (0,8Ø wire)* Contact material Contact surface (tin-lead plated) (µm) Housing material PBT PBT Flame protection UL 94 V0 Insulation resistance (MΩ) >10 4 >10 4 Volume resistance (MΩ) < 20 < 20 Dielectric strength 4,5kV eff /50Hz 4,5kV eff /50Hz RCP 2000 Shielded (against conducted and radiated electromagnetic interference) Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts. Equipped with a bonding comb, bonding strip and channelled wire guide in the lower part. Requires shielded cords. Table 6.23 RCP 2000 module shielded against conducted and radiated interference Model number Description Colour P45920DH Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Blue P45839DH Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45840DH Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow P45734DH Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Ivory P45809DH Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Red P45920DK Shielded 16 pair disconnection module Blue P45840DK Shielded 16 pair disconnection module Yellow P45839DK Shielded 16 pair disconnection module Green Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 121

127 System components and glossary RCP 2000 shielded (against conducted electromagnetic interference) Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts. Equipped with a bonding comb, a bonding strip, and a channelled wire guide in the lower part. Requires shielded cords. Table 6.24 RCP 2000 module shielded against conducted and interference Model number Description Colour P45920DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Blue P45839DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45840DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow P45734DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Ivory P45809DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Red Table 6.25 RCP 2000 backplane bonding kit Model number Description Colour P44520AA Backbone bonding kit - RCP 2000 Unshielded rear cable entry modules Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts. No channelled wire guide in the upper part. Requires unshielded cords. Table 6.26 RCP 2000 Unshielded rear cable entry modules Model number Description Colour P45920DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Blue P45839DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45840DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow P45734DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Ivory P45809DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Red P45921DA Unshielded 8 pair connection module Orange P45920DD Unshielded 16 pair disconnection module Blue P45839DD Unshielded 16 pair disconnection module Green P45840DD Unshielded 16 pair disconnection module Yellow RCP 2000 Unshielded side cable entry modules Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts. Bonding springs for the drain only provided on the blue and green modules. Equipped with 2 channelled wire guides. Requires unshielded cords. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 122

128 System components and glossary Table 6.27 RCP 2000 Unshielded side cable entry modules Model number Description Colour P45920CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Blue P45839CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45840CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow P45734CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Ivory P45809CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Red P45921CE Unshielded 8 pair connection module Orange RCP 2000 Corel modules Approved by France Telecom in accordance with CSE S Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts. Equipped with 2 bonding combs, 2 springs for bonding drains, quad channelled wire guide above and by pairs below. Requires screened cords. Table 6.28 RCP 2000 Corel modules Model number Description Colour P45022FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45024FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow P45021FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module (with shielded pair screen Yellow connection) P45010FT Shielded 8 pair connection module Blue P45012FT Shielded 8 pair connection module Green P45011FT Shielded 8 pair connection module Yellow P23S10453 Shielded 8 pair NEW Blue P23S10339 Shielded 8 pair NEW Green P23S10800 Shielded 8 pair NEW Yellow P23S10347 Shielded 8 pair NEW Red P23S10834 Shielded 8 pair NEW Ivory STG 2000 The STG 2000 module family is the latest in the evolution of the STG range of connection modules. This module offers Category 5 transmission performance as a standard. As a result this module can be used in any modern network and is fully compatible with a wide range of applications (including xdsl, pair-gain. etc.). Termination is easy and cables and jumpers can either be managed from the rear or from the side of the module. Highlights Category 5 as a standard High density (14 mm pitch) 0,4-0,8 mm wire handling range 2 wires can be accommodated in the same slot Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 123

129 System components and glossary Optional contacts for stranded wires Specific module with rear cable termination Multiple re-terminations Comprehensive range of protection circuits and accessories Table 6.29 STG 2000 Specification Technical data STG U STG C STG O Connection modules yes Disconnection modules yes Switching modules yes 10 pair modules yes yes yes 8 pair modules yes yes yes Vertical pitch (mm) Wire diameter (mm) 0,4-0,80 0,4-0,80 0,4-0,80 Overall diameter (over insulation) (mm) 1,80 1,80 1,80 Number of re-terminations (0,65Ø wire) Number of re-terminations (0,8Ø wire)* Contact material bronze bronze bronze Housing material PBT PBT Flame protection UL 94 V0 UL 94 V0 Insulation resistance (MΩ) >10 12 >10 12 >10 12 Volume resistance (MΩ) < 10 < 10 < 10 Dielectric strength 4,5kV eff /50Hz 4,5kV eff /50Hz 4,5kV eff /50Hz Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 124

130 System components and glossary Table 6.30 STG 2000 for Euro 8 and Euro 10 back-mount frames Model number Marking Description Colour C252824A STG2 U2 10 Connection module (10 pair) Grey C252806A STG2 U2 8 Connection module (8 pair) Grey C252818A STG2 C2 10 Disconnection module (10 pair) White/grey C252800A STG2 C2 8 Disconnection module (8 pair) White/grey C252830A STG2 O2 10 Switching module (10 pair) Blue/grey C252812A STG2 O2 8 Switching module (8 pair) Blue/grey C252825A STG2 U2 10 P Connection module (10 pair) w/multi pair Grey/grey protection C252807A STG2 U2 8 P Connection module (8 pair) w/multi pair Grey/grey protection C252819A STG2 C2 10 P Disconnection module (10 pair) w/multi pair White/grey protection C252801A STG2 C2 8 P Disconnection module (8 pair) w/multi pair White/grey protection C252831A STG2 O2 10 P Switching module (10 pair) w/multi pair Blue/grey protection C252813A STG2 O2 8 P Switching module (8 pair) w/multi pair Blue/grey protection C252826A STG2 U2 10 PU Connection module (10 pair) w/single pair Grey/grey protection C252808A STG2 U2 8 PU Connection module (8 pair) w/single pair Grey/grey protection C252820A STG2 C2 10 PU Disconnection module (10 pair) w/single pair White/grey protection C252802A STG2 C2 8 PU Disconnection module (8 pair) w/single pair White/grey protection C252832A STG2 O2 10 PU Switching module (10 pair) w/single pair Blue/grey protection C252814A STG2 O2 8 PU Switching module (8 pair) w/single pair protection Blue/grey Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 125

131 System components and glossary Table 6.31 STG 2000 for Euro 8 and Euro 10 back mount frames Model number Marking Description Colour C252827A STG2 U2 K10 Connection module (10 pair) Grey C252809A STG2 U2 K8 Connection module (8 pair) Grey C252821A STG2 C2 K10 Disconnection module (10 pair) White/grey C252803A STG2 C2 K8 Disconnection module (8 pair) White/grey C252833A STG2 O2 K10 Switching module (10 pair) Blue/grey C252815A STG2 O2 K8 Switching module (8 pair) Blue/grey C252828A STG2 U2 K10 P Connection module (10 pair) w/multi pair Grey/grey protection C252810A STG2 U2 K8 P Connection module (8 pair) w/multi pair Grey/grey protection C252822A STG2 C2 10 P Disconnection module (10 pair) w/multi pair White/grey protection C252804A STG2 C2 K8 P Disconnection module (8 pair) w/multi pair White/grey protection C252834A STG2 O2 K10 P Switching module (10 pair) w/multi pair Blue/grey protection C252816A STG2 O2 K8 P Switching module (8 pair) w/multi pair Blue/grey protection C252829A STG2 U2 K10 Connection module (10 pair) w/single pair Grey/grey PU protection C252811A STG2 U2 K8 Connection module (8 pair) w/single pair Grey/grey PU protection C252823A STG2 C2 K10 Disconnection module (10 pair) w/single pair White/grey PU protection C252805A STG2 C2 K8 Disconnection module (8 pair) w/single pair White/grey PU protection C252835A STG2 O2 K10 Switching module (10 pair) w/single pair Blue/grey C252817A PU STG2 O2 K8 PU protection Switching module (8 pair) w/single pair protection Blue/grey Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 126

132 System components and glossary Table 6.32 STG 2000 accessories Model number Description Colour C220674B 10 pair numbered label holder (clips onto backmount frame) C220673B 8 pair numbered label holder (clips onto backmount frame) C222903A Blank label holder (bag of 100) clips onto side of module (3 digits) C222918A Numbered label holder (bag of 100) clips to side of module (0-100) C222951A 10 pair numbered label holder (swivelling) C222950A 8 pair numbered label holder (swivelling) C222916B Numbered marking caps (bag of 100) Black C222920A Marking caps (bag of 100) Black C222921A Marking caps (bag of 100) Grey C222922A Marking caps (bag of 100) Red C222923A Marking caps (bag of 100) Yellow C222924A Marking caps (bag of 100) Blue C222925A Marking caps (bag of 100) Green C222917A Numbered ID tabs (bag of 100) mounted on side of module Black C222956A Dust cover, 10 pair modules or blocks, length 2m C222955A Dust cover, 8 pair modules or blocks, length 2m C222961A Dust cover, 10 pair modules in a 50 pair block C222963A Dust cover, 10 pair modules in a 100 pair block C223765A 8 pair module wire guide (bag of 20) clipped to sides of module) C234030A Punch down tool for STG and RCP system C234037A Punch down tool for QSA/LSA+ and Siemens system C234043A Spare blades (10) for STG and RCP system MPA078BA Punch down base support (10 pair) MPA078BA Punch down base support (8 pair) C222053A Combined insertion/extraction tool for protection magazine Table 6.33 Test leads for STG 2000 modules Model number Description Length (m) C222048B Parallel test lead (banana plugs to PCB) 2 way 3 C222014B Serial test lead (banana plugs to PCB) 4 way 3 MPA025DB Serial test lead (terminals to PCB) 4 way 1,5 MPA025EB Test lead 4 way unterminated 1,5 MPA0255A Test lead 4 way unterminated 0,5 C222025B Test lead (PCB to PCB) 2 way 3 C222024B Test lead (PCB to PCB) 4 way 3 C242612A Test lead (PCB to open end) 2 way 2 C242611A Test lead (PCB to open end) 2 way 1 MPA0781A Parallel test plug for RJ 11 connector C222059A 10 pair test plug C222058A 8 pair test plug MPA0781A Disconnection plugs (bag of 100) C242628A Serial display plug/1 network line C242629A Display plug/1 PABX line Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 127

133 System components and glossary Protection magazines (for STG modules with protection facility) Table 6.34 STG 2000 protection magazines Model number C233725B C233726B C233740B C233736B C233741B C233737B Description 10 pair magazine without arresters 8 pair magazine without arresters 10 pair magazine equipped with 250 V arresters w/fail safe 8 pair magazine equipped with 250 V arresters w/fail safe 10 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w/fail safe 8 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w/fail safe Protection magazines with 0,3 m earthing cord (for STG modules without protection facility) Table 6.35 STG 2000 protection magazines with earthing cord Model number C233728B C233727C C233748B C233744B C233749B C233745B Description 10 pair magazine without arresters 8 pair magazine without arresters 10 pair magazine equipped with 250 V arresters w/fail safe 8 pair magazine equipped with 250 V arresters w/fail safe 10 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w/fail safe 8 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w/fail safe Surge arresters and protection plugs Table 6.36 STG 2000 single pair protection plugs Model number C231039A C231040A C233796A C233797A C233798A C233799A C222037A Description 3-pole arrester with fail safe (250V) 3-pole arrester with fail safe (350V) Over voltage (250V) protection (grey) Over voltage (250V) and current protection (orange) 5 pole (varistors) over voltage (250V) and current protection (yellow) 5 pole (diodes) over voltage (250V) and current protection (brown) Current protection (fuses, 1,25A/250V) QSA Series 1 and 2 Available in 10 and 20 pair versions this system is compatible with the Krone LSA+ system. The Series 1 modules can be screw fixed into small distribution units. The fixing dimensions for the 10 and 20 pair modules are 96 or 170 mm respectively according to DIN (parts 1 and 2). Earthing modules for 44 or 84 wires complete the product range. The Series 2 modules are available in connection and disconnection formats for mounting on back mount frames. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 128

134 System components and glossary Table 6.37 QSA Series 1 and 2 specification Technical data QSA 1 QSA 2 Connection modules yes yes Disconnection modules yes Earthing modules yes yes 10 pair modules yes yes 20 pair modules yes Wire diameter (mm) 0,40-0,80 0,40-0,80 Overall diameter (over insulation) (mm) 0,70-1,50 0,70-1,50 Number of re-terminations (0,65Ø wire) > 50 > 50 Number of re-terminations (0,8Ø wire)* Contact material special brass special brass Contact surface (silver plated) (µm) Housing material PBT PBT Flame protection UL 94 V0 UL 94 V0 Insulation resistance (MΩ) 5 x x 10 4 Volume resistance (MΩ) < 10 < 10 Dielectric strength 2kV eff /50Hz 2kV eff /50Hz Table 6.38 QSA series 1 modules Model number Part Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) Connection module (10pr) 105 x 26 21,5 Grey Connection module (20pr) 178 x 26 x 25,5 Grey Earthing module (44 wires) 105 x 26 x 21.5 Red Earthing module (84 wires) 178 x 26 x 25.5 Red Table 6.39 QSA series 2 modules Model number Description Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) Connection module (10pr) 123 x 18 x 39 Grey Disconnection module (10pr) 123 x 18 x 39 White Earthing module (38 wires) 123 x 18 x 39 Red Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 129

135 System components and glossary Table 6.40 QSA series 1 and 2 accessories Model number Description Colour QSA 1 Labelling frame (10 pairs) QSA 1 Labelling frame (20 pairs) QSA 2 Labelling frame (10 pairs) QSA 2 Labelling frame (10 pairs) hinged Label for labelling frame Single pair marker cap Red Single pair marker cap Yellow Single pair marker cap Green Single pair marker cap Black Single pair marker cap Brown Single pair marker cap Blue QSA punch down tool Table 6.41 QSA series 1 and 2 test leads Model number Description Length (m) Test leads w/banana plug jack 1 way Test leads w/banana plug jacks 2 way Test leads w/banana plug jacks 4 way Test plug kit connection 2 way Test plug kit disconnection 4 way Test lead, connection, one side open 2 way Test lead, connection one side open 2 way Test lead, connection one side open 2 way Test lead, disconnection one side open 4 way Test lead, disconnection one side open 4 way Test lead, disconnection one side open 4 way Test lead, connection, both ends terminated 2 way Test lead, connection, both ends terminated 2 way Test lead, connection, both ends terminated 2 way Test lead, disconnection, both ends terminated 4 way Test lead, disconnection, both ends terminated 4 way Test lead, disconnection, both ends terminated 4 way 4 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 130

136 System components and glossary Table 6.42 QSA series 1 and 2 disconnection plugs Model number Description Colour Single pair for line disconnection Red Single pair for line disconnection White Single pair for line disconnection Green Single pair for line disconnection Yellow Single pair for line disconnection Black Single pair for line disconnection Brown Single pair for line disconnection Blue Ten pair for line disconnection Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection - Table 6.43 QSA series 1 and protection magazines Model number Description Dimensions (mm) L x W x D Ten pair, 2 pole shape F for connection and disconnection 112 x 22 x Arrestor 2 pole shape F Ten pair, 2 pole shape G/H for connection and disconnection 112 x 22 x Arrestor 2 pole shape G Arrestor 2 pole shape H Ten pair, 3 pole for connection and disconnection 112 x 22 x Arrestor 3 pole Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 5V/7,1V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 12V/17,1V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 18V/21V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 24V/34V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 48V/64V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 60V/95V* 112 x 24 x Ten pair, Fine protection for disconnection 120V/143V* 112 x 24 x 61 * operating voltage/breakdown voltage SID - C and SID - CT Offering a significantly higher density than the QSA module, the SID-C module has insulation displacement contacts enclosed in a plastic housing. This improves the insulation performance and helps to provide a safe working practice. The SID-C product family includes 8 and 10 pair connection and disconnection modules. The individual mounting systems provide improved handling. Backmount frames or profile rails are available as required. In addition, FlexiRail is an individual mounting system for targeted applications. The SID-CT product family also includes 8 and 10 pair connection and disconnection modules but has the advantage that it is suitable for mounting on LSA+ and QSA 2 back mount frames (in which case it offers a lower density than SID - C) The module also mounts on standard SID back mount frames. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 131

137 System components and glossary A wide range of accessories and a over voltage protection system complete the product family. Highlights High density Compatible with LSA+ and QSA backmount frames (SID - CT) One wire per slot mm Optimised cable conductor guide Long-life tools Flexible mounting systems Removal without a special tool Comprehensive over voltage protection system Table 6.44 SID C and SID CT specification Technical data SID -C SID-CT Connection modules yes Yes Disconnection modules yes Yes Earthing modules yes Yes 10 pair modules yes Yes Vertical pitch (mm) 17,5 17,5 or 22,5 Wire diameter (mm) 0,32-0,80 0,32-0,80 Overall diameter (over insulation) (mm) 0,50-1,60 0,50-1,60 Number of re-terminations (0,65Ø wire) > 100 > 100 Number of re-terminations (0,8Ø wire)* Contact material Special brass Special brass Contact surface (silver plated) (µm) Housing material PBT PBT Flame protection UL 94 V0 UL 94 V0 Insulation resistance (MΩ) 5 x x 10 4 Volume resistance (MΩ) < 10 < 10 Dielectric strength 2kV eff /50Hz 2kV eff /50Hz Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 132

138 System components and glossary Table 6.45 SID C modules Model number Description Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) Connection module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Connection module (10 pair) gel filled 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Connection module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* ABS connection module 3 pole 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Disconnection module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Disconnection module (10 pair) gel filled 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Disconnection module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* ABS disconnection module 3 pole 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Earthing module (40 wires) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/red Switching module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Brown/white* Switching module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Brown/white* * First colour refers to module, second colour refers to printing Table 6.46 SID CT modules Model number Description Dimensions (mm) Colour (W x H x D) Connection module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Connection module (10 pair) gel filled 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Connection module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* ABS connection module 3 pole 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/black* Disconnection module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Disconnection module (10 pair) gel filled 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Disconnection module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* ABS disconnection module 3 pole 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/green* Earthing module (40 wires) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Grey/red Switching module (10 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Brown/white* Switching module (8 pair) 112 x 17,3 x 37 Brown/white* * First colour refers to module, second colour refers to printing Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 133

139 System components and glossary Table 6.47 SID - C and SID CT accessories Model number Description Colour Labelling frame (10 pairs) SID punch down tool Red SID punch down tool - heavy duty Red SID bit for punch down tool Pliers Dust cover pitch 17,5 mm, 50 pairs Dust cover, pitch 17,5mm 100 pairs Dust cover, pitch 22,5 mm 50 pairs Switching adaptor for 1 pair Switching adaptor for 10 pairs Cover strips for 10 pair connection modules (1-100) Grey Cover strips for 10 pair disconnection modules (1-100) Green Table 6.48 SID - C and SID CT test leads Model number Description Length (m) Test leads w/banana plug jacks 2 way Test leads w/banana plug jacks 4 way Test leads flex w/banana plug jacks 4 way Test plug kit 4 way Test lead, one side open 4 way Test lead, one side open 4 way Test lead, one side open 4 way Test lead, one side open 4 way Test lead, both ends terminated 4 way Test lead, both ends terminated 4 way Test lead, both ends terminated 4 way 4 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 134

140 System components and glossary Table 6.49 SID - C and SID CT disconnection plugs and marker caps Model number Description Colour Single pair for line disconnection Red Single pair for line disconnection Green Single pair for line disconnection Black Five pair for line disconnection Red Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Red Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Green Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Black Single pair marker cap Red Single pair marker cap Green Single pair marker cap Black Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Red Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Green Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Grey Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Black Table 6.50 SID - C and SID CT protection magazines and plugs Model number Description Dimensions (mm) L x W x D /10 pair, 2 pole shape H for connection and disconnection 99 x 16,5 x Arrestor, 2 pole, shape H 230 V - 5 A / 5kA Arrestor, 2 pole, shape H 230 V - 10 A / 10kA /10 pr, 3 pole shape H connection/disconnection (SID - C) 98 x 17,3 x 31, /10 pr, 3 pole shape H connection/disconnection (SID - CT) 98 x 17,3 x 31, Arrestor, 3 pole, w/o fail safe 230 V - 5 A / 5kA Arrestor, 3 pole, with fail safe 230 V - 5 A / 5kA {n (100 C) - ts = 10 s} pair, over voltage with fail-safe and optical detection alarm pair, over voltage and over current with fail-safe and - optical detection alarm pair, ultra fast over voltage and over current with fail-safe - and optical detection alarm /10 pair SID-SPP earthing rails Extraction tool for over voltage protection magazines - Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 135

141 System components and glossary ID 3000 The ID 3000 disconnection block is available as a modular design for horizontal or vertical mounting in existing distributor frames e.g., HVt 55/71 DTAG or in the ID 3000 frame. Disconnection blocks comprise several disconnection modules located onto a back mount frame that has mounting points on the rear. Each block comprises: disconnection modules (8 pair or 10 pair): comprising disconnection elements and wire guide housing back mount frame: with rear panel mounting points (M4 threaded bolts, 10 mm long) for mounting on conventional frames cable cover: for covering and protecting conductors on the cable and system-side of the disconnection blocks covering strips: for the covering and identification of the touch-protected insulation displacement contacts of the disconnection element labelling strips: identifies the jumper-side wire guide channels in the wire guide housing covering strips: for mounting of the lateral labelling strips labelling module: for optical differentiation of dissimilar disconnection module and insertion of the labelling strips labelling strips: for strip holders for marking of the ID 3000 disconnection modules (inscription field 11 x 85 mm) mounting material: M4 nuts and toothed washers for mounting the disconnection blocks on existing (conventional) distribution frames, e.g., HVt 55/71 DTAG. Highlights high density mm wire diameter new compact MDF-structure: - exchangeable modules (no tool required) - 8 and 10 pair modules - blocks fit same mounting rail - compatible with existing MDF-frames cost savings through: - simple configuration of the frame - pre-jumpering possible - short jumpering distances resulting in cable savings - reduced installation time double contacts for T-connection protected by module housing significant decrease in weight available as block or individual module cable guide accepts twisted pair and one pair shielded cable extensive range of accessories and over voltage protection 8 or 10 pair protection magazine Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 136

142 System components and glossary Table 6.51 ID 3000 disconnection blocks - Technical data Technical data ID 3000 disconnection module Contact material CuZn23 Al3Co Surface treatment AG (Silver) min. 5 µm Wire configuration Solid conductors with a diameter of mm, PE- or PVC-insulated (solid PE) Flame protection UL 94 V0 Max overall diameter (mm) 1.1 Service life 200 connections Module body Polycarbonate, colour: RAL 7035, grey Contact resistance (mω ) 3 Dielectric strength 2 kveff / 50 Hz Current carrying capacity (A at 20 C) 2.5 (acc. to DIN part 8) Insulation resistance (Ω )acc. to DIN (in new condition, indoor conditions) 1010 (after damp heat) Coupling capacitance (pf) < 2.5 Surge voltage acc. to VDE 0433, table 3 (kv) 1.8 (surge wave 10/700) Surge current / pulse form 8/20 µs (ka) 2.5 Transmission rates (near end cross talk): Ethernet according to IEEE at 10 MHz Token Ring according to IEEE at 4 MHz Material of the back mount frames > 45 db > 62 db (at 10 MHz > 50 db) Stainless steel 1.5 mm Table 6.52 IDC 3000 blocks Part Number ID 3000 frame Existing frame Description yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection blocks yes Disconnection block with abc modules yes Disconnection block with abc modules yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block yes Disconnection block with abc modules yes Disconnection block with abc modules yes Disconnection block with abc modules Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 137

143 System components and glossary 33.3 Module supports Main distribution frames FAE frame for RCP (8 and 10 pair) modules The FAE range of frames is available in heights of 1,44m and 2,3m (78 and 248 modules). Cable entry is at the rear of the module. The 2,3m frame has a telescopic base making its overall height adjustable between 2,0 and 2,3 m. Suitable for 8 pair and 10 pair modules, each frame can be mounted independently and spaced according to the room available. Cable jumper rings and a PVC cable channel facilitate wire management on the frame. For greater density in larger installation, frames can be mounted back to back. Each frame is equipped as follows: - Table 6.53 FAE frames Model number P6810AAB P6800AAB P6820AAB No of levels No of modules Overall height (mm) Effective height (mm) Overall depth excluding horizontal flow ring (mm) High capacity aluminium E8 profile (150mm x 120mm) Reversible aluminium profile cover Y Y 2 Red horizontal flow ring. Y Y 2 Black vertical guide rings Earth braid Y Y Y Omega brackets for wall mounting ID label holder Y Y 2 Telescopic base - Y Y Removable lower cable panel. - Y Y Floor anchoring lugs - Y Y Extension partitions (300mm spacing). - - Y Table 6.54 Accessories for FAE frames Model number Description Size Colour (mm) P26548AA Vertical guide ring, V0 plastic inc. fixing screws 112 x 65 Black P26549AA Horizontal guide ring, metal inc. fixing screws 185 x 130 Red British Telecom Type 105 and 106 frames for QSA 2, SID C and SID-CT 10 pair modules These are free standing, double sided frames for QSA 2, SID C or SID-CT 10 pair connection modules. Any number of frames can be mounted side-by-side to create a strong, compact and durable installation. The following features are offered within the frame construction: Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 138

144 System components and glossary Durable, rigid frame, factory assembled from heavy gauge steel Integral stainless steel back mount Hard wearing coated steel jumper rings for efficient cable management Integral bonded earth bar and kicking strips Ample mounting holes for plug-in type cable ties Steel front and rear panels available as accessories Table 6.55 British Telecom Type 105 and 106 frames Model number Description Capacity (pairs) Size (mm) (H x W x D) 1230 MDF 105D (QSA) 2760 in 4 columns 2010 x 500 x MDF 105D (SID-C) 3520 in 4 columns 2010 x 500 x MDF 106D (QSA) 1380 in 2 columns 1980 x 500 x MDF 106D (SIC-C) 1760 in 2 columns 1980 x 500 x 295 Table 6.56 Accessories for Type 105 and 106 frames Model number Description 1097 Front Cover Assembly MDF Side Cover Assembly MDF Front Cover Assembly MDF Side Cover Assembly MDF 106 British Telecom Type 108 frame for QSA 2 and SID-CT (10 pair) modules The Type 108 is a modular distribution frame, which can either be wall-mounted or installed back-toback for free standing applications. The frame is available in single (model number 1470) and double column (model number 1390) versions. The following features are offered within the frame construction: - Durable, rigid frame, factory assembled from coated steel Back mount frames manufactured from stainless steel Hard wearing, coated steel jumper rings, wire guides and fanning strips for efficient cable management frame design allows easy access to top jumper rings Fully earth bonded, meeting IEC regulations. Earth bar and clip supplied Adjustable feet which can be removed to reduce height from 2000mm to 1850mm Steel front and rear panels available as accessories (for model numbers 1390 and 1441 only) Table 6.57 British Telecom Type 108 frame Model number Description Capacity (pairs) Size (mm) (H x W x D) 1390 MDF 108E (QSA) 1400 in 2 columns 2000 x 570 x MDF 108E (SID-C) 1800 in 2 columns 2000 x 570 x MDF 108E City (QSA) 1600 in 2 columns 2080 x 570 x MDF 108E City (SID-C) 2040 in 2 columns 2080 x 570 x MDF 108E (QSA) 700 in 1 column 2000 x 285 x MDF 108E (SIC-C) 900 in 1 column 2000 x 285 x 150 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 139

145 System components and glossary Table 6.58 Accessories for Type 108 frame Model number Description 1434 Front Cover Assembly MDF Side Cover Assembly MDF 108 British Telecom Type 205 frame for QSA 2 and SID-CT (10 pair) modules The Type 205 is a wall-mounted, single sided frame designed to accommodate up to 276 QSA 2 or SID-CT 10 pair connection modules. Any number of frames can be mounted side-by-side. The following features are offered within the frame construction: - Durable, rigid frame, factory assembled from coated steel Back mount frames manufactured from stainless steel Hard wearing, coated steel jumper rings, wire guides and fanning strips for efficient cable management frame design allows easy access to top jumper rings Fully earth bonded, meeting IEC regulations. Earth bar and clip supplied Adjustable feet which can be removed to reduce height from 2000mm to 1850mm Steel front and rear panels available as accessories (for model numbers 1390 and 1441 only) Table 6.59 British Telecom Type 205 frame Model number Description Capacity (pairs) Size (mm) (H x W x D) 1310 MDF 205D (QSA) 2760 in 4 columns 1980 x 1000 x MDF 205D (SID-C) 3520 in 4 columns 1980 x 1000 x 295 Table 6.60 Accessories for Type 205 frame Model number Description 1015 Front Cover Assembly MDF Front Cover Assembly two column versions only 1012 Side Cover Assembly MDF 106/ Side Cover Assembly all versions ID - Multi frames for SID - C, SID - CT and QSA (8 and 10 pair) modules The ID - Multi frames can be free standing or wall-mounted. They are available in two heights, 2400mm or 2800mm and are suitable for medium to large installations. Available either as a basic frame or as an extension frame all versions are suitable for ID 3000, SID C and SID - CT modules. Each frame is supplied with a set of guard bars, a mounting rail, a set of cable shelves, a set of contact plates and an earthing kit. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 140

146 System components and glossary Table 6.61 ID - multi frame Model number Description Capacity (pairs) Using ID 3000 blocks Basic frame free standing 2048 equipment side, 3200 line side in 8 columns Extension frame free 2048 equipment side, 3200 standing line side in 8 columns Basic frame free standing 3072 equipment side, 4800 line side in 8 columns Extension frame free 3072 equipment side, 4800 standing line side in 8 columns Basic frame wall mount 1024 equipment side, 1600 line side in 8 columns Extension frame wall 1024 equipment side, 1600 mount line side in 8 columns Basic frame wall mount 1536 equipment side, 2400 line side in 8 columns Extension frame wall 1536 equipment side, 2400 mount line side in 8 columns Size (mm) (H x W x D) 2400 x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x x 710 x 600 Table 6.62 Accessories for ID multi frame Model number Description Set of cable channels Cable clamps for cable diameters 7,0 8,0 mm Cable clamps for cable diameters 8,5-9,5 mm Cable clamps for cable diameters 14,0 15,0 mm SID-C 128 Pairs - 16 x 8 pair SID-CT 100 Pairs - 10 x 10 pair SID-CT 128 Pairs - 16 x 8 pair QSA2 100 Pairs - 10 x 10 pair QSA2 128 Pairs - 16 x 8 pair Small distribution frames RIBE frames for RCP (8 pair) modules Six heights of RIBE frames are available offering capacities ranging from 288 to 1984 pairs. All frames are for rear cable entry modules only. Made from aluminium with aluminium covers, they are specially designed for cables carrying frequencies up to 100MHz. The frame incorporate vertical wire management rings for cable management and allow flat symmetrical cabling, allowing for jumpering wires used for voice services. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 141

147 System components and glossary Table 6.63 RIBE frames Model number Configuration Capacity Size (mm) Cover model number (columns x pitches) (pairs) H x D P6770AAB 2 x x 185 NN or NN P6720AAB or P6609AAA* 2 x x 185 NN or NN P6730AAB or P6610AAA* 2 x x 185 NN374061VA or NN P6740AAB or P6611AAA 2 x x 185 NN374062VA or NN P6790AAB 2 x x 185 NN P6700AAB 2 x x 185 NN * equipped with 100 x 100mm PVC duct. CIPE frame for STG and RCP (8 and 10 pair) modules The CIPE frame is designed to have the jumper wires routed across the back of the frame. Available in six sizes between 310mm and 2000mm in height, the wall-mounted aluminium frames can accommodate both STG (10 pair) and RCP (8 pair and 10 pair) modules. All frames are supplied in kit form complete with all hardware necessary to complete the installation. A range of cabinets is available in both steel and ABS plastic to improve appearance and provide security. Table 6.64 CIPE frames Model number Description Configuration (columns x pitches) Capacity (pairs) Size (mm) H x W x D C232740A CIPE 2 x 18 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232741A CIPE 2 x 28 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232742A CIPE 2 x 41 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232743A CIPE 2 x 65 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x CIPE 2 x 90 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x VA CIPE 2 x 124 (8 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232750A CIPE 2 x 18 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232751A CIPE 2 x 28 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232752A CIPE 2 x 41 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 C232753A CIPE 2 x 65 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x CIPE 2 x 90 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x VA CIPE 2 x 124 (10 pairs) 2 x x 450 x 135 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 142

148 System components and glossary Table 6.65 Steel cabinets for CIPE frames Model number Description Colour Size (mm) H x W x D Steel cabinet, lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 18 Beige 330 x 450 x Smoked glass door 330 x Steel cabinet, lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 28 Beige 480 x 450 x Smoked glass door 480 x VA Steel cabinet, lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 41 Beige 680 x 450 x Smoked glass door 680 x VA Steel cabinet, lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 65 Beige 1080 x 450 x Smoked glass door 1080 x 450 Table 6.66 ABS cabinets for CIPE frames Model number Description Colour Size (mm) H x W x D P6090 1AA ABS cabinet, lockable door for CIPE 2 x 18 Beige 330 x 460 x 210 P6190 AAA Smoked glass door 330 x 460 P6090 2AA ABS cabinet, lockable door for CIPE 2 x 28 Beige 480 x 460 x 210 P6290 AAA Smoked glass door 480 x 460 P6090 3AA ABS cabinet, lockable door for CIPE 2 x 41 Beige 680 x 460 x 210 P6090 4AA ABS cabinet, lockable door for CIPE 2 x 65 Beige 1080 x 460 x 210 Table 6 67 CIPE accessories Model number Description Length (mm) C232280A Europe E8 profile, 16mm pitch, 55mm depth, STG 8 pair 2000 C232281A Europe E8 profile, 16mm pitch, 55mm depth STG 10 pair 2000 P6008AAA Wall mounting, single profile - P24940AA Wall mounting, two profiles - P24940AA Set of 5 vertical jumper rings 50 x 55 mm - P26665AA Horizontal jumper rings for back mount frame 38 x 50 - P26675AA Horizontal jumper rings for back mount frame 50 x 70 - QVG wall-mounted frame for SID C 10 pair modules Three distribution frames, QVG 700, QVG 1000 and QVG 1600, with differing capacities, are available. The QVG frame can be used for medium to large installations and is constructed and extended modularly using the QRS mounting rail set and wall mounting set. QRS mounting set This set contains the mounting rails wire guides for 1000 pairs at the horizontal jumper level, a wire guide rail and wire guide rings for the vertical jumper level, and all system related mounting material. The mounting rail is available in three sizes - 700, 1000 and 1600 mm. The wire guide ring for 1000 pairs is attached to the mounting rail. It is possible to add another jumper level by attaching a second ring to the first. The design of the distribution frame separates the incoming and outgoing cables from the wire jumpers. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 143

149 System components and glossary Wall mounting rail set Available in 550 mm and 750 mm lengths, the wall mounting rail set is required for fixing the QRS to the wall, the set contains two mounting rails with four tail pieces plus mounting material. The tail pieces are used to fix the mounting rails to the wall and reduce the amount of bridging pieces required. The space between the mounting rails can be adjusted by using slide nuts. Cables are clamped using cable ties or hoop clamps (aperture width 16 mm). The QVG 700 frame is constructed from the following parts: Table 6.68 QVG 700 frame Model number Description Size (mm) QRS 700 mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit Wire guide rail kit Cable channel kit FlexiRail QRS for SID C (34 modules) and SID CT (26 modules) The QVG 1000 frame is constructed from the following parts: Table 6.69 QVG 1000 frame Model number Description Size (mm) QRS 1000 mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit Wire guide rail kit Cable channel kit FlexiRail QRS for SID C (46 modules) and SID CT (36 modules) The QVG 1600 frame is constructed from the following parts: Table 6.70 QVG 1600 frame Model number Description Size (mm) QRS 1600 mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit column mounting rail kit Wire guide rail kit Cable channel kit FlexiRail QRS for SID C (90 modules) and SID CT (70 modules) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 144

150 System components and glossary Wall-mounted and floor standing enclosures British Telecom Type 500 series enclosure (including backmount frame) Available in six sizes, these wall-mounted enclosures are used with 10 pair QSA 2, SID C and CT modules on customer premises. Table 6.71 British Telecom Type 500 series closure Model Number Description Capacity Capacity Size (mm) QSA 2 SID-C (pairs QSA) (pairs SID-C) H x W x D BT Type 505 Enclosure x 500 x BT Type 510 Enclosure x 300 x BT Type 515 Enclosure x 500 x BT Type 520 Enclosure x 500 x BT Type 530 Enclosure x 750 x BT Type 540 Enclosure x 1000 x 138 QVSN 2000 range of floor standing cabinets QVSN 2000, multipurpose distribution cabinets are 400mm in depth and are used in conjunction with the QVG 1600 frame. The cabinet features a strong welded steel frame. The inside of the front and rear frame profiles, have a continuous pattern of holes (spacing: 25 mm, in accordance with DIN 43356). The flush mounted side panels allow the cabinets to be mounted side by side to conserve space. The roof and floor have multiple entrance points for incoming and outgoing cables and the door, which has an opening angle of 180 ; a 3-point bar lock, and twist handle can be hinged on the left or the right (changeable on site). The cabinet is rated to IP 54 and finished with an electrostatic powder coating in grey (RAL 7032 and RAL 7022). Table 6.72 QVSN 2000 cabinet Model number Description Size (mm) H x W x D Type 1 (2 columns) 2000 x 600 x Type 2 (3 columns) 2000 x 800 x FlexiRail for SID-C (90 modules) and SID-CT (70 modules) Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 145

151 System components and glossary QWG Range of wall-mounted cabinets for SID C and SID CT modules (8 and 10 pair) The QWG 150 cabinet features two Flexirail mounting profiles for mounting 8 or 10 pair SID-C modules. The rails are fastened directly to the rear panel of the cabinet via profile holders. This gives the cabinet a reduced depth. Generous cable guide elements are provided for optimal cable management. The removable side panels ease cable installations and jumpering between cabinets when cabinets are installed side by side. The location of the door hinge can be changed on site. Supplied in grey powder coated sheet steel, the cabinets meet the requirements of Class IP 30 as standard but are also available to Class IP54 on request. Table 6.73 QWG wall cabinet Model Description Size (mm) number H x W x D QWG 150 (accommodates up to 92 modules (8 or 10 pair) 1100 x 600 x 150 The QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets utilise the QVG frame (see above) for module mounting. Constructed with a welded steel frame the cabinets are mounted on the wall via mounting rails (supplied as standard). The inside of the frame profiles have a continuous pattern of holes (spacing: 25 mm, to DIN 43356) and cable clamps are provided on the rails in the area of the cable entry ports. The cabinet roof and floor are fabricated from one piece of sheet steel with pre-prepared cable entry ports having removable plastic blanking plugs and PG cable gland screw fittings. The 180 opening door is flush fitted, has a lockable twist handle and can easily be removed for access to the cabinet. Hinge location is left or right, changeable on site. Supplied in grey powder coated sheet steel the cabinets meet the requirements of Class IP 30 as standard but are also available to Class IP54 on request. Table 6.74 QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets Model number Description Size (mm) H x W x D QWG 600 / empty 1100 x 600 x QWG 600 / 2 mounting rails (2 x QRS 1000) 92 modules max x 600 x QWG 800 / empty 1100 x 800 x QWG 800 / 3 mounting rails (3 x QRS 1000) 138 modules max 1100 x 800 x 350 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 146

152 System components and glossary Table 6.75 Accessories for QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets Model number Description Size (mm) Expansion kit IP 54 upgrade kit Cable channel FlexiRail ( for 46 SID C modules, 36 SID CT modules) VKA wall-mounted cabinets Available in four sizes, this range of wallmounted cabinets accommodates from 60 to 640 pairs using SID modules. QSA modules can also be accommodated. A distinguishing feature of the VKA range is the rotating base plate - "FlexiBase". FlexiBase is available on VKA 4, VKA 8 and VKA 12 and allows different types of modules to be used in the same cabinet. For example SID-CD strips (DIN standard) can be mounted on one side and a back mount frame and FlexiRail for SID-C modules can be mounted on the other. The FlexiRail system itself allows for different module types to be used. Knockout cable entry ports are provided and all boxes are equipped as standard with snap locks. Safety locks can also be fitted retrofitting option. Table 6.76 VKA wall-mounted cabinets Model number Description Capacity Size (mm) VKA 2 / DIN-SID-C x 200 x VKA 4 / DIN-SID-C x 330 x VKA 8 / DIN-SID-C x 330 x VKA 12 / DIN-SID-C x 665 x VKA 2 / QSA x 200 x VKA 4 / QSA x 330 x VKA 8 / QSA x 330 x VKA 12 / QSA x 665 x 125 Double 19 wall mounted cabinets Used in small and medium installations. These cabinets are manufactured from sheet steel and finished in grey (RAL 7035). Each box consists of the following: A fixed back section, 100mm deep. An intermediate hinged mid section, 400mm deep. 2 off 19 uprights with adjustable depth. 4 off removable blanking plates for cable entry / obstruction. 1 front door with viewing area and lock. Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 147

153 System components and glossary Table 6.77 Double 19 wall mounted cabinet Model number Description Size (mm) H x W x D P20325AB 19 cabinet 6U high 316 x 600 x 500 P20324AB 19 cabinet 12U high 584 x 600 x 500 P20326AB 19 cabinet 15U high 717 x 600 x 500 Single 19 wall mounted cabinets Used in small and medium installations. Each cabinet is equipped with a front door that can be hinged either from the left or right, a lock and a swivel frame. Finished in grey (RAL 7035) Table 6.78 Single 19 wall mounted housings Model number Description Size (mm) H x W x D P20101AB 19 cabinet 5U 316 x 600 x 400 P20106AB 19 cabinet 14U 717 x 600 x Floor standing 19 racks BCCS Range A range of 19 racks for general purpose use on customers premises. Uprights can be adjusted at the base. Finished in light grey (RAL 7035). The rack is supplied in kit form with all fittings. A full range of accessories is available. See separate catalogue for information. Features: Full rear door with lock and keys. Glass front door with lock and keys. Perforated top allowing for mounting 4 fans. 2 rear uprights to fix pre equipped boxes. 2x19 uprights with adjustable depth. 5 earth braids. 4 mounted lights. Table 6.79 BCCS 19 rack Model number Description Size (mm) P20320AA BCCS rack 36U high 600 x 600 P20330AA BCCS rack 42U high 600 x 600 P20331AA Extension 42U (complete with side panels) 600 x 600 P20334AA BCCS rack 24U high (steel rear door, glass front door) 800 x 600 P20335AA BCCS rack 42U high (steel rear door, glass front door) 800 x 600 P20336AA Extension 42U (complete with side panels) 800 x 600 P20337AA BCCS rack 42U high 800 x 600 P20345AA BCCS rack 42U high 800 x 800 P20338AA BCCS rack 42U high 800 x 800 P20339AA BCCS rack 42U high 800 x 800 Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 148

154 System components and glossary QVSL 2000 range The QVSL 2000 range of floor standing 19" racks and cabinets offers a comprehensive solution to housing patch panels and through special adapter frames (sub-racks), SID (C and CT), STG 2000 and RCP 2000 modules. All versions are manufactured from sheet steel and finished in a grey (RAL 7032 and RAL 7022) powder coating. Lockable doors are QVSL Mini provided front and back and the front door is attractively finished with a smoked glass viewing panel. The QVSL Basic rack is 2m (42U) high. For smaller installations, the QVSL Mini at just 1,1m (20U) high is available. If space is limited and neither of these options is acceptable, then there is also the QVSL QVSL Compact QVSL Basic Compact family of wall mountable cabinets to select from, with cabinets ranging in height from 6U to 15U. Complementing each range is a wide range of accessories that will facilitate the installation. Please consult the product catalogue for full details of the full range of accessories. Table 6.80 QVSL 19 rack Model number QVSL 2000 Type Height (U) Size (mm) H x W x D IP rating Basic Type 1 without mounting frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 2 including 19 frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 3 including 19 swing frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 4 without mounting frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 5 including 19 frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 5A including 19 frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 5B including 19 frame x 800 x (54*) Basic Type 6 including 19 swing frame x 800 x (54*) Server x 600 x Server mini x 600 x Mini no x 800 x (54*) Mini w /glass door x 800 x (54*) Compact x 600 x Compact x 600 x Compact x 600 x Compact x 600 x Pico x 450 x Pico x 450 x * Using upgrade kit Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 149

155 System components and glossary 33.4 Housings BCC 19 patch panels Available in black or brushed aluminium, these patch panels can easily be mounted in rack frames, wall boxes or cabinets having a 19 mounting format. In the shielded version the RJ 45 patch panels support a wide range of cable diameters and provide effective protection against electromagnetic interference due to 360 contact on cable braids using a single earthing plane. The BCC/16, 24, 32, and 48 port patch panels support the RJ45 Giga connector and offer an advantage over integrated punch down patch panels since in the case of failure of one of the connectors, it can easily be replaced without having to remove the entire panel. A wide range of options is available including coloured identification plates to aid port identification and security. The BCC/16, 24, 32 and 48 K6 patch panels support the K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks which feature keystone mounting. Two versions are available, the Classic which includes a cable support shelf and the Economic which does not have any support for the cable and must be used in conjunction with rack mounted cable management features. Table 6.81 BCC 19 patch panels Model number Description Height P33255AA BCC/16 RJ45 brushed aluminium (70mm depth) 1U P33355AA BCC/16 RJ45 black (70mm depth) 1U P33275AA BCC/24 RJ45 brushed aluminium (100mm depth) 1U P33375AA BCC/24 RJ45 black (100mm depth) 2U P33265AA BCC/32 RJ45 brushed aluminium (100mm depth) 3U P33365AA BCC/32 RJ45 black (100mm depth) 3U P33285AA BCC/48 MJP brushed aluminium (130mm depth) 4U P33385AA BCC/48 MJP black (130mm depth) 4U VOL-PPCA-F16K BCC/16 K6 Classic brushed aluminium 1U VOL-PPCB-F16K BCC/16 K6 Classic black 1U VOL-PPCA-F24K BCC/24 K6 Classic brushed aluminium 1U VOL-PPCB-F24K BCC/24 K6 Classic black 2U VOL-PPCA-F32K BCC/32 K6 Classic brushed aluminium 3U VOL-PPCB-F32K BCC/32 K6 Classic black 3U VOL-PPCA-F48K BCC/48 K6 Classic brushed aluminium 4U VOL-PPCB-F48K BCC/48 K6 Classic black 4U VOL-PPCA-F16K BCC/16 K6 Economic brushed aluminium 1U VOL-PPCB-F16K BCC/16 K6 Economic black 1U VOL-PPCA-F24K BCC/24 K6 Economic brushed aluminium 1U VOL-PPCB-F24K BCC/24 K6 Economic black 2U VOL-PPCA-F32K BCC/32 K6 Economic brushed aluminium 3U VOL-PPCB-F32K BCC/32 K6 Economic black 3U VOL-PPCA-F48K BCC/48 K6 Economic brushed aluminium 4U VOL-PPCB-F48K BCC/48 K6 Economic black 4U Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 150

156 System components and glossary Table 6.82 Accessories for BCC 19 patch panels Model number Description Colour P33240BE Coloured faceplate (bag of 8) Blue P33240JA Coloured faceplate (bag of 8) Yellow P33240RE Coloured faceplate (bag of 8) Red P33240VE Coloured faceplate (bag of 8) Green P33182AA Blanking plug (bag of 16) White P33405AA 1U Cable management panel (plastic guides) Beige P33410AA 1U Cable management panel (plastic guides) Black P33070AA 1U Cable management panel (Velcro guides) Beige P33065AA 1U Cable management panel (Velcro guides) Black P33110AA 2U Cable management panel (metal guides) Beige P33105AA 2U Cable management panel (metal guides) Black Q max range of 19 patch panels A range of 16 and 24 port 1U patch panels for mounting individual RJ45 Giga jacks or with punch down IDC connection blocks mounted on a printed circuit board. The patch panels are variously rated up to 100MHz and 250 MHz, making them ideally suited to both voice and data applications. Manufactured in sheet steel and finished in grey (RAL 7032) powder coating. Table 6.83 Volition 19 x 1U patch panels, equipped, Q max Model number Description Size (mm) H x W x D Volition 19 x 1U patch panel, 16 ports Q max total shield 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U patch panel, 24 ports Q max total shield 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U x 170mm idc patch panel, 24 ports shielded 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U x 170mm idc patch panel, 16 ports shielded 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U patch panel, 16 ports Q max total shield 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U patch panel, 24 ports Q max total shield 44 x 483 x Volition 19 x 1U patch panel, 16 ports Q max 44 x 483 x 115 Table 6.84 Accessories for 19 patch panels, Q max Model number Description Colour Volition face plate for punch down patch panel, Q max Green Volition face plate for punch down patch panel, Q max Red Volition face plate for punch down patch panel, Q max Yellow Volition face plate for punch down patch panel, Q max Blue SID Punch down tool - Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 151

157 System components and glossary Sub-racks for RCP 2000, STG 2000 and SID/QSA modules BCCE sub-rack for RCP 2000 modules The BCCE range of sub-racks is designed to enable RCP 2000 modules to be fitted into a 19 rack or cabinet. Three sizes are available offering a 3U high sub-rack with single column of 26 modules, a 6U sub-rack offering a double column each of 14 modules or a 9U high sub-rack offering a double column of 20 modules each. Table 6.85 BCCE sub-racks Model number Description Height P33040AA BCCE E1 sub-rack, 1 Column, 26 Modules vertical. 3U P33050AA BCCE E2 sub-rack, 2 Column, 14 Modules horizontal 6U P33060AA BCCE E3 sub-rack, 2 Column, 20 Modules horizontal 9U FlexiRail sub-rack for SID - C, SID - CT and QSA modules The FlexiRail sub-rack is for SID C, SID CT and QSA modules and mounts in a 19 rack or cabinet. Two types are available offering a 3U high sub-rack with module mounting columns for SID or QSA modules. Cable jumper rings are located along the top and bottom edges of the sub-rack. Model number Description Height "-FlexiRail SID-C Capacity 240 pairs 3U "-FlexiRail LSA-Plus Capacity 190 pairs 3U Sub-rack for 10 pair STG 2000, SID CT and QSA modules Available in six sizes to accommodate a maximum of 21 modules, these sub-racks are either mounted back from the front face of the rack (recessed) or level with the front face of the rack (flush). Table 6.86 Sub-racks for SID CT and QSA modules Model number Description Height columns, maximum of 4 modules (SID C)/column recessed 2U columns, maximum of 4 modules (SID C)/column flush 2U columns, maximum of 6 modules (SID C)/column recessed 3U columns, maximum of 6 modules (SID C)/column flush 3U columns, maximum of 8 modules (SID C)/column recessed 4U columns, maximum of 8 modules (SID C)/column flush 4U columns, maximum of 3 modules (QSA 2)/column recessed 2U columns, maximum of 3 modules (QSA 2)/column flush 2U columns, maximum of 5 modules (QSA 2)/column recessed 3U columns, maximum of 5 modules (QSA 2)/column flush 3U columns, maximum of 7 modules (QSA 2)/column recessed 4U columns, maximum of 7 modules (QSA 2)/column flush 4U Issue 3.7 European Edition Page 152